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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lagace, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Richard Lagace, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lagace graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center Program. Dr. Lagace is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lagace’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lagace’s office at (518) 242-1916.
Where did Dr. Lagace go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
What languages does Dr. Lagace speak?
Dr. Lagace and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lagace typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lagace 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. Lagace. 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lagace typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lagace 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. Lagace's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lagace accept my insurance?
Dr. Lagace accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 242-1916 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lagace accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Lagace in Schenectady, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lagace's office located?
What is Dr. Lagace's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lagace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063702983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lagace?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lagace
What is Dr. Richard Lagace's specialty?
Dr. Lagace is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Schenectady, 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 Lagace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lagace is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Medical Center, Westchester 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Lagace accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lagace is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lagace offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lagace's office at (518) 242-1916 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lagace?
Please contact Dr. Lagace's office at (518) 242-1916 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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