Summary

Dr. Alan Lapa is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from St. George's University and completed his residency training at UMDNJ, with specialized fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases. With 39 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lapa brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lapa practices at Clara Maass Medical Center and sees patients in Millburn, New Jersey. He focuses on treating high cholesterol in children and teens, familial lipid disorders, and hyperlipidemia. His clinical services include performing electrocardiograms, ordering blood tests, and providing cardiac rehabilitation programs. Patients have given Dr. Lapa an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UMDNJ
  • 37 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Essex Cardiovascular Associates (Millburn)

96 Millburn Ave Ste 200BMillburn, NJ 07041
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
39 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English
Millburn , NJNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NY
Med School: St George',s University Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alan Lapa

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - HMO
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Alan Lapa has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alan Lapa has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Alan Lapa holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at UMDNJ, UMDNJ, Newark, NJ, Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) Affiliated Hospitals, and Umdnj-University Hospital in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from St George',s University, St George',s University in 1987, and St. George's University School of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Alan Lapa's NPI number is 1487687794.

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Alan Lapa speaks English.
Which hospitals is Alan Lapa affiliated with?
Alan Lapa is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center.
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