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Who is Dr. Lafonte, Critical Care Surgeon in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Marc Lafonte, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lafonte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafonte’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafonte’s office at (732) 235-7766.
What languages does Dr. Lafonte speak?
Dr. Lafonte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Lafonte typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Lafonte 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. Lafonte. 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:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Lafonte typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Marc Lafonte may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Lafonte's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lafonte accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafonte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-7766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafonte accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Lafonte in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lafonte's office located?
Rutgers Health Rwj Surgical Critica
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(732) 235-7766
What is Dr. Lafonte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafonte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043535180.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafonte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafonte
What is Dr. Marc Lafonte's specialty?
Dr. Lafonte is a Critical Care Surgeon near New Brunswick, NJ.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Marc Lafonte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lafonte is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saint Clares Denville Hospital. 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 Marc Lafonte accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Marc Lafonte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marc Lafonte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafonte's office at (732) 235-7766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marc Lafonte?
Please contact Dr. Lafonte's office at (732) 235-7766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Lafonte
Rutgers Health Rwj Surgical Critica
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
New Brunswick, NJ 08901