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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laucks, Pulmonologist in Meadville, PA?
Dr. Peter Laucks, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Meadville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Laucks is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laucks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laucks’s office.
What languages does Dr. Laucks speak?
Dr. Laucks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Laucks typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Laucks 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. Laucks. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Laucks typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Laucks performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Laucks. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Laucks accept my insurance?
Dr. Laucks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laucks accept in Meadville, PA?
Dr. Laucks in Meadville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Laucks' office located?
What is Dr. Laucks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laucks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780065490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laucks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laucks
What is Dr. Peter Laucks's specialty?
Dr. Laucks is a Pulmonologist near Meadville, PA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Peter Laucks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laucks is affiliated with Meadville Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Peter Laucks accepting new patients in Meadville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Laucks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Laucks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laucks's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Laucks?
Please contact Dr. Laucks's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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