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Who is Dr. Lappin, Hospitalist in Bellefontaine, OH?
Dr. Kara Lappin, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bellefontaine, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lappin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lappin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lappin’s office at (937) 592-4015.
What languages does Dr. Lappin speak?
Dr. Lappin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lappin treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lappin 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. Lappin. 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Lappin perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Lappin may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lappin's office.
Does Dr. Lappin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lappin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (937) 592-4015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lappin accept in Bellefontaine, OH?
Dr. Lappin in Bellefontaine, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Tennessee
The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lappin's office located?
Dr. Kara Lappin's Primary Practice
205 E Palmer Rd
Bellefontaine, OH 43311
(937) 592-4015
What is Dr. Lappin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lappin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518490416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lappin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lappin
What is Dr. Kara Lappin's specialty?
Dr. Lappin is a Hospitalist near Bellefontaine, OH. 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. Contact Dr. Lappin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Lappin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lappin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mary Rutan Hospital, West Valley Medical Center, Adena Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kara Lappin accepting new patients in Bellefontaine, OH?
Yes, Dr. Kara Lappin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Lappin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lappin's office at (937) 592-4015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Lappin?
Please contact Dr. Lappin's office at (937) 592-4015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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