38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafont, Internist in New Hartford, NY?
Dr. Timothy Lafont, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Hartford, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Lafont graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at San Joaquin General Hospital. Dr. Lafont is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafont’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafont’s office at (315) 798-1500.
Where did Dr. Lafont go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Joaquin General Hospital | New York Methodist Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Lafont speak?
Dr. Lafont and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lafont typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lafont 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. Lafont. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lafont typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Lafont 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. Lafont's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lafont accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafont accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 798-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafont accept in New Hartford, NY?
Dr. Lafont in New Hartford, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Lafont's office located?
Dr. Timothy Lafont's Primary Practice
1729 Burrstone Rd
New Hartford, NY 13413
(315) 798-1500
What is Dr. Lafont's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafont's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497745228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafont?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafont
What is Dr. Timothy Lafont's specialty?
Dr. Lafont is a Internist near New Hartford, 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. Timothy Lafont affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lafont is affiliated with Wynn Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Upstate University Hospital 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
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Is Timothy Lafont accepting new patients in New Hartford, NY?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Lafont is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Lafont offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafont's office at (315) 798-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Lafont?
Please contact Dr. Lafont's office at (315) 798-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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