33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lagman, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Ruth Lagman, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Lagman graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed her residency at J Dempsey Hosp Univ Ct H C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lagman is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lagman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lagman’s office at (216) 444-6833.
Where did Dr. Lagman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: J Dempsey Hosp Univ Ct H C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lagman speak?
Dr. Lagman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lagman typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lagman 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. Lagman. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lagman typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lagman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lagman. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Line Placement
- Arterial Puncture
- Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Arterial Access
CPT Codes:
- 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery
Does Dr. Lagman accept my insurance?
Dr. Lagman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-6833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lagman accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Lagman in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lagman's office located?
What is Dr. Lagman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lagman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720041841.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lagman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lagman
What is Dr. Ruth Lagman's specialty?
Dr. Lagman is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Ruth Lagman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lagman is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Medina 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 Ruth Lagman accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Lagman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Lagman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lagman's office at (216) 444-6833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Lagman?
Please contact Dr. Lagman's office at (216) 444-6833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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