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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lahav, Internist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Erika Lahav, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA. She has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Lahav graduated from University of Medicine of Budapest,Budapest, Hungary and completed her residency at Easton Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lahav is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lahav’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lahav’s office at (610) 867-0832.
Where did Dr. Lahav go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Easton Hosp, Internal Medicine | Easton Hospital | Easton Hospital Program
Medical School: Semmelweis Orvostudomanyi Egyetem (Peter Pazmany Univ)- Budapest | University of Medicine of Budapest,Budapest, Hungary | Semmelweis Orvostudomanyi Egyetem (Peter Pazman
What languages does Dr. Lahav speak?
Dr. Lahav and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Hungarian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lahav typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lahav 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. Lahav. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
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. Lahav typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Erika Lahav may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lahav's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lahav accept my insurance?
Dr. Lahav accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 867-0832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lahav accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Lahav in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Risant Health
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lahav's office located?
Dr. Erika Lahav's Primary Practice
2045 Westgate Dr Ste 205
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 867-0832
What is Dr. Lahav's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lahav's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245289867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lahav?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lahav
What is Dr. Erika Lahav's specialty?
Dr. Lahav is a Internist near Bethlehem, PA.
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. Erika Lahav affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lahav is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erika Lahav accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Erika Lahav is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erika Lahav offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lahav's office at (610) 867-0832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erika Lahav?
Please contact Dr. Lahav's office at (610) 867-0832 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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