Thomas J. Lakata
Experienced in Gallstones

Dr. Thomas J. Lakata

Internal Medicine
Lehigh Valley Health Network
LVPG Internal Medicine-Cedar Point
480 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 100, 
Allentown, PA 

Experienced in Gallstones
Lehigh Valley Health Network
LVPG Internal Medicine-Cedar Point
480 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 100, 
Allentown, PA 
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Overview

Philosophy of care | I encourage my patients to say what is on their mind without having them feel uncomfortable. I am a good listener, which is a valuable attribute. I always listen to my patients and include them (and their families) in decisions about their health care. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted to care for people. I have been interested in medicine since I was in high school. I originally became a pharmacist, but soon I decided to become a doctor, feeling I could have a greater impact on patient care. The most enjoyable part of being a doctor is seeing someone get better and knowing he or she appreciates your care.

Dr. Lakata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Graduate Institution
UMDNJ-School Of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), 1993
Residency
Internal Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network-Cedar Crest, Allentown, PA- 1994, 1995, 1996
Specialties
Internal Medicine
Licenses
Internal Medicine in PA
Hospital Affiliations
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem
Lehigh Valley Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Aetna
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Anthem
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Gateway Health Plan
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  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
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  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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Health Partners Plans
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Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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PA Health and Wellness
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
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  • PPO
Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Locations

LVPG Internal Medicine-Cedar Point
480 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 100, Allentown, PA 18103
Call: 610-402-8950
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