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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafuria, Internist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Lafuria is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafuria’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafuria’s office at (337) 494-6800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lafuria?
Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lafuria empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lake Charles, LA community, Dr. Lafuria is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Lafuria board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lafuria speak?
Dr. Lafuria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lafuria typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lafuria 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. Lafuria. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lafuria typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Lafuria 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. Lafuria. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Lafuria accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafuria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 494-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafuria accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Lafuria in Lake Charles, LA 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 Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lafuria's office located?
Dr. Mark Lafuria's Primary Practice
1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 1
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 494-6800
What is Dr. Lafuria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafuria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427181908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafuria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafuria
What is Dr. Mark Lafuria's specialty?
Dr. Lafuria is a Internist near Lake Charles, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Mark Lafuria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lafuria is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial 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 Mark Lafuria accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Lafuria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Lafuria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafuria's office at (337) 494-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Lafuria?
Please contact Dr. Lafuria's office at (337) 494-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Lafuria have?
Dr. Mark Lafuria is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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