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Dr. John Lazzara, DO

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lazzara, Family Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. John Lazzara, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lazzara graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn. Dr. Lazzara is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lazzara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lazzara’s office at (718) 232-0703.

    Where did Dr. Lazzara go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn | NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn

    • Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Lazzara board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Lazzara, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lazzara speak?

    Dr. Lazzara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Italian

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lazzara typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lazzara 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. Lazzara. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lazzara typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Lazzara may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lazzara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lazzara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 232-0703 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lazzara accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Lazzara in Brooklyn, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Lazzara's office located?

    Dr. John Lazzara's Primary Practice

    8684 15th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11228

    (718) 232-0703

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    Dr. John Lazzara's Practice 2

    1776 Richmond Rd Ste 1

    Staten Island, NY 10306

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    Dr. John Lazzara's Practice 3

    475 Seaview Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

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

    Dr. Lazzara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689653495.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lazzara?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lazzara

    What is Dr. John Lazzara's specialty?

    Dr. Lazzara is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. John Lazzara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lazzara is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Olean General Hospital, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Saint Peter's University Hospital, Anderson 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 John Lazzara accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. John Lazzara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Lazzara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lazzara's office at (718) 232-0703 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Lazzara?

    Please contact Dr. Lazzara's office at (718) 232-0703 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Lazzara have?

    Dr. John Lazzara is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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