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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lapinsky, Nephrologist in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Joseph Lapinsky, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lapinsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lapinsky’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lapinsky’s office at (912) 691-4100.
What languages does Dr. Lapinsky speak?
Dr. Lapinsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lapinsky treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lapinsky 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. Lapinsky. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Which procedures does Dr. Lapinsky perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Lapinsky may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lapinsky's office.
Does Dr. Lapinsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Lapinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 691-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lapinsky accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Lapinsky in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Healthgram
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lapinsky's office located?
Dr. Joseph Lapinsky's Primary Practice
1326 Eisenhower Dr
Savannah, GA 31406
(912) 691-4100
What is Dr. Lapinsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lapinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306371430.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lapinsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lapinsky
What is Dr. Joseph Lapinsky's specialty?
Dr. Lapinsky is a Nephrologist near Savannah, GA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Lapinsky to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Lapinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lapinsky is affiliated with Candler Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga 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
Where can I learn more about Nephrologist?
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Is Joseph Lapinsky accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lapinsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Lapinsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lapinsky's office at (912) 691-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Lapinsky?
Please contact Dr. Lapinsky's office at (912) 691-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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