Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafond, Internist in Oswego, NY?
Dr. Yves Lafond, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oswego, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lafond graduated from University of Haiti. Dr. Lafond is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafond’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafond’s office at (315) 349-5511.
Where did Dr. Lafond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Haiti
Is Dr. Lafond board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yves Lafond, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lafond speak?
Dr. Lafond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lafond typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lafond 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. Lafond. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lafond typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yves Lafond 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. Lafond's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lafond accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 349-5511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafond accept in Oswego, NY?
Dr. Lafond in Oswego, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lafond's office located?
What is Dr. Lafond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164467031.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafond
What is Dr. Yves Lafond's specialty?
Dr. Lafond is a Internist near Oswego, NY.
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. Yves Lafond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lafond is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital 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
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Is Yves Lafond accepting new patients in Oswego, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yves Lafond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yves Lafond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafond's office at (315) 349-5511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yves Lafond?
Please contact Dr. Lafond's office at (315) 349-5511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yves Lafond have?
Dr. Yves Lafond is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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