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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lacerda, Gastroenterologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Marco Lacerda, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lacerda graduated from Universidade Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro Escola de Medicina e Cirurgia. Dr. Lacerda is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lacerda’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lacerda’s office at (317) 278-0861.
Where did Dr. Lacerda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidade Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro Escola de Medicina e Cirurgia
What languages does Dr. Lacerda speak?
Dr. Lacerda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Lacerda treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lacerda 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. Lacerda. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Complication
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Hepatic Transplant Complication
- Liver Graft Problem
- Post-Liver Transplant Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8640: Unspecified complication of liver transplant
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
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:
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- PSC
- Chronic Inflammatory Bile Duct Disease
- Sclerosing Cholangitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8301: Primary sclerosing cholangitis
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does Dr. Lacerda perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lacerda 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. Lacerda. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
CPT Codes:
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Lacerda accept my insurance?
Dr. Lacerda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 278-0861 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lacerda accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Lacerda in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lacerda's office located?
Dr. Marco Lacerda's Primary Practice
550 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 278-0861
What is Dr. Lacerda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lacerda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386774172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lacerda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lacerda
What is Dr. Marco Lacerda's specialty?
Dr. Lacerda is a Gastroenterologist near Indianapolis, IN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Lacerda to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marco Lacerda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lacerda is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital 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 Marco Lacerda accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Marco Lacerda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marco Lacerda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lacerda's office at (317) 278-0861 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marco Lacerda?
Please contact Dr. Lacerda's office at (317) 278-0861 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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