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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lama, Internist in Chester, PA?
Dr. Sanam Lama is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chester, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lama’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lama’s office at (212) 259-6777.
What languages does Dr. Lama speak?
Dr. Lama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lama typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lama diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lama. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lama typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanam Lama may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lama accept my insurance?
Dr. Lama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 259-6777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lama accept in Chester, PA?
Dr. Lama in Chester, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lama's office located?
What is Dr. Lama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528697984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lama
What is Dr. Sanam Lama's specialty?
Dr. Lama is a Internist near Chester, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sanam Lama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lama is affiliated with Um Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air, University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, Hunterdon Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sanam Lama accepting new patients in Chester, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sanam Lama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanam Lama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lama's office at (212) 259-6777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanam Lama?
Please contact Dr. Lama's office at (212) 259-6777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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