Summary

Dr. Dena Lacara is a family medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at Atlantic Health System. With 24 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Lacara brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Lacara practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Fairfield, Montclair, and Verona. Her expertise includes treating pelvic prolapse and urge incontinence in both women and men. She also performs breast cancer screening procedures such as mammograms and scintimammography. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 24 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Atlantic Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Dena L Lacara has 4 locations

Mecca Integrated Medical Center

333 US Highway 46 Bldg A # 135Fairfield, NJ 07004
Mon9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

Dr. Dena L Lacara

271 Grove AveVerona, NJ 07044

Dr. Dena L Lacara

333A US Highway 46 Ste 135Fairfield, NJ 07004

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Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Rawalpindi Medical College Med School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dena L Lacara

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dena L Lacara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dena L Lacara has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Dena L Lacara holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Atlantic Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Lacara's NPI number is 1790845238.

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Dr. Dena Lacara speaks English.

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