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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lappinen, Radiation Oncologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Erik Lappinen, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lappinen graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program. Dr. Lappinen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lappinen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lappinen’s office at (757) 388-3483.
Where did Dr. Lappinen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Lappinen speak?
Dr. Lappinen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lappinen treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Lappinen 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. Lappinen. 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.
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
- Supraglottic cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- Glottic Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Throat Carcinoma
- Tonsillar Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C321: Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis
- C090: Malignant neoplasm of tonsillar fossa
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor Affecting Multiple Areas
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Brain Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
- Widespread Brain Cancer
- Multifocal Brain Tumor
- Diffuse Brain Neoplasm
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
- C718: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of brain
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Which procedures does Dr. Lappinen perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erik Lappinen may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lappinen's office.
Does Dr. Lappinen accept my insurance?
Dr. Lappinen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 388-3483 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lappinen accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Lappinen in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lappinen's office located?
Dr. Erik Lappinen's Practice 2
1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 507-0425
What is Dr. Lappinen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lappinen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639311632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lappinen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lappinen
What is Dr. Erik Lappinen's specialty?
Dr. Lappinen is a Radiation Oncologist near Covington, LA. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Lappinen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erik Lappinen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lappinen is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital 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
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Is Erik Lappinen accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Erik Lappinen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Lappinen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lappinen's office at (757) 388-3483 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Lappinen?
Please contact Dr. Lappinen's office at (757) 388-3483 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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