
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lappin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Richard Lappin, MD, PHD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Lappin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lappin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lappin’s office at (212) 746-0780.
Is Dr. Lappin board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lappin, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lappin speak?
Dr. Lappin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lappin typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lappin 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. Lappin. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lappin typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lappin may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lappin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lappin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lappin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-0780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lappin accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lappin in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lappin's office located?
What is Dr. Lappin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lappin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972693141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lappin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lappin
What is Dr. Richard Lappin's specialty?
Dr. Lappin is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Richard Lappin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lappin is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Hospital For Special Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, Bronxcare Health System, Mount Sinai West 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Lappin accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lappin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lappin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lappin's office at (212) 746-0780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lappin?
Please contact Dr. Lappin's office at (212) 746-0780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lappin have?
Dr. Richard Lappin is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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