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Dr. Ivy De Lacruz, MD
Allentown, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Lacruz, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Ivy De Lacruz, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. De Lacruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Lacruz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Lacruz’s office at (610) 402-0100.
What languages does Dr. De Lacruz speak?
Dr. De Lacruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. De Lacruz typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. De Lacruz 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. De Lacruz. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. De Lacruz typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ivy De Lacruz may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. De Lacruz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. De Lacruz accept my insurance?
Dr. De Lacruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Lacruz accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. De Lacruz in Allentown, PA 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)
Highmark Health
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. De Lacruz's office located?
102a Lvpg Family Medicine
1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 102A
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 402-0100
What hospitals are Dr. De Lacruz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. De Lacruz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street,Pottsville, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street,Pottsville, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton,Hazleton, PARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton,Hazleton, PA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
What is Dr. De Lacruz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Lacruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568701753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Lacruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Lacruz
What is Dr. Ivy De Lacruz's specialty?
Dr. De Lacruz is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is Dr. Ivy De Lacruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Lacruz is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Ivy De Lacruz accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ivy De Lacruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ivy De Lacruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Lacruz's office at (610) 402-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ivy De Lacruz?
Please contact Dr. De Lacruz's office at (610) 402-0100 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. De Lacruz's office located?
Dr. De Lacruz's offices are located in Allentown, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
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