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Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega, MD

Lakeland, FL

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    Who is Dr. Lazo De La Vega, Hospitalist in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Lazo De La Vega graduated from Centro de Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco. Dr. Lazo De La Vega is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lazo De La Vega’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lazo De La Vega’s office.

    Where did Dr. Lazo De La Vega go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Centro de Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco

    Is Dr. Lazo De La Vega board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lazo De La Vega speak?

    Dr. Lazo De La Vega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lazo De La Vega typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lazo De La Vega 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. Lazo De La Vega. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lazo De La Vega typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lazo De La Vega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lazo De La Vega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lazo De La Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lazo De La Vega accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Lazo De La Vega in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lazo De La Vega's office located?

    Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega's Primary Practice

    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd

    Lakeland, FL 33805

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    What is Dr. Lazo De La Vega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lazo De La Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245277649.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lazo De La Vega?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lazo De La Vega

    What is Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega's specialty?

    Dr. Lazo De La Vega is a Hospitalist near Lakeland, FL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lazo De La Vega is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Vito Lazo De La Vega accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lazo De La Vega's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vito Lazo De La Vega?

    Please contact Dr. Lazo De La Vega's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega have?

    Dr. Vito Lazo De La Vega is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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