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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lacava, Internist in Cooperstown, NY?
Dr. James Lacava, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cooperstown, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lacava graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Mary Imogene Bassett Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lacava is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lacava’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lacava’s office at (607) 547-3039.
Where did Dr. Lacava go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mary Imogene Bassett Hosp, Internal Medicine | Bassett Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Lacava board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Lacava, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lacava speak?
Dr. Lacava and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Swahili
What conditions does Dr. Lacava treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lacava 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. Lacava. 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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Lacava perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Lacava 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lacava's office.
Does Dr. Lacava accept my insurance?
Dr. Lacava accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 547-3039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lacava accept in Cooperstown, NY?
Dr. Lacava in Cooperstown, 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
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Medicare
Molina
MVP Healthcare
Nascentia Health
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Where is Dr. Lacava's office located?
What is Dr. Lacava's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lacava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437110046.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lacava?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lacava
What is Dr. James Lacava's specialty?
Dr. Lacava is a Internist near Cooperstown, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Lacava to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Lacava affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lacava is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bassett 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is James Lacava accepting new patients in Cooperstown, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Lacava is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lacava offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lacava's office at (607) 547-3039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lacava?
Please contact Dr. Lacava's office at (607) 547-3039 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Lacava have?
Dr. James Lacava is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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