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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lal, Hospitalist in Middletown, NY?
Dr. Balika Lal, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Middletown, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lal’s office at (845) 703-6999.
What languages does Dr. Lal speak?
Dr. Lal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lal typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lal 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. Lal. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lal typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Balika Lal may include:
Please contact Dr. Lal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lal accept my insurance?
Dr. Lal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 703-6999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lal accept in Middletown, NY?
Dr. Lal in Middletown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lal's office located?
What is Dr. Lal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700271699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lal
What is Dr. Balika Lal's specialty?
Dr. Lal is a Hospitalist near Middletown, NY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Balika Lal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lal is affiliated with Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh, 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
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Is Balika Lal accepting new patients in Middletown, NY?
Yes, Dr. Balika Lal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Balika Lal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (845) 703-6999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Balika Lal?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (845) 703-6999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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