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65 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scharer, Critical Care Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Scharer, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 65 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Scharer graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Pulmonary Diseases; Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Internal Medicine; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scharer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scharer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scharer’s office at (212) 861-9383.
Where did Dr. Scharer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Pulmonary Diseases; Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Internal Medicine; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Scharer board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Scharer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scharer speak?
Dr. Scharer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Scharer treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Scharer 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. Scharer. 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.
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
Which procedures does Dr. Scharer perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lawrence Scharer may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scharer's office.
Does Dr. Scharer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scharer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 861-9383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scharer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Scharer in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Scharer's office located?
What is Dr. Scharer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scharer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750358339.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scharer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scharer
What is Dr. Lawrence Scharer's specialty?
Dr. Scharer is a Critical Care Internist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Scharer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Scharer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scharer is affiliated with Mount Sinai West 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 Lawrence Scharer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Scharer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Scharer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scharer's office at (212) 861-9383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Scharer?
Please contact Dr. Scharer's office at (212) 861-9383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Scharer have?
Dr. Lawrence Scharer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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