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Who is Dr. Lama, Trauma Surgeon in Pompano Beach, FL?
Dr. Teofilo Lama, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pompano Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lama is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lama’s office at (561) 622-1411.
What languages does Dr. Lama speak?
Dr. Lama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Lama typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Lama 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. Lama. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Lama typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Teofilo Lama may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Lama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lama accept my insurance?
Dr. Lama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 622-1411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lama accept in Pompano Beach, FL?
Dr. Lama in Pompano Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lama's office located?
Dr. Teofilo Lama's Primary Practice
201 E Sample Rd
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
(561) 622-1411
What is Dr. Lama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902946247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lama
What is Dr. Teofilo Lama's specialty?
Dr. Lama is a Trauma Surgeon near Pompano Beach, FL.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Teofilo Lama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lama is affiliated with Jupiter Medical Center 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
When to see a Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Teofilo Lama accepting new patients in Pompano Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Teofilo Lama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teofilo Lama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lama's office at (561) 622-1411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teofilo Lama?
Please contact Dr. Lama's office at (561) 622-1411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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