29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lavkan, Critical Care Internist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Ahmet Lavkan, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Lavkan completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Norwalk Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the CRITICAL CARE COMMITTEE, CONSULTANT-SOC SECURITY ADMIN-DISABILITY DETERMINATIONS-FL, WEST PALM BEACH VA MED. CTR-TELEMETRY TASK FORCE, SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS, TURKISH-AMERICAN CULTRUAL ASSOCIATION OF FLORIDA, and AMERICAN BOARD OF INTERNAL MEDICINE. Dr. Lavkan is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lavkan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lavkan’s office at (510) 655-4000.
Where did Dr. Lavkan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE/INTERNAL MEDICINE, NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE, NY
Residency: Ny Medical College, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Norwalk Hosp, Internal Medicine | Norwalk Hospital
Medical School: Istanbul University Istanbul Tip Fak Istanbul Turkey | Uludag University / Medical Faculty
Is Dr. Lavkan board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmet Lavkan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lavkan speak?
Dr. Lavkan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Lavkan typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Lavkan 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. Lavkan. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Lavkan typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmet Lavkan may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lavkan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lavkan accept my insurance?
Dr. Lavkan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 655-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lavkan accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Lavkan in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lavkan's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
CRITICAL CARE COMMITTEE
Member
CONSULTANT-SOC SECURITY ADMIN-DISABILITY DETERMINATIONS-FL
Member
WEST PALM BEACH VA MED. CTR-TELEMETRY TASK FORCE
Member
SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
Member
TURKISH-AMERICAN CULTRUAL ASSOCIATION OF FLORIDA
Member
AMERICAN BOARD OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
Member
What is Dr. Lavkan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lavkan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003860909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lavkan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lavkan
What is Dr. Ahmet Lavkan's specialty?
Dr. Lavkan is a Critical Care Internist near Berkeley, CA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Ahmet Lavkan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lavkan is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ahmet Lavkan accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmet Lavkan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmet Lavkan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lavkan's office at (510) 655-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmet Lavkan?
Please contact Dr. Lavkan's office at (510) 655-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmet Lavkan have?
Dr. Ahmet Lavkan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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