Summary

Dr. Elmer Apaga is an internal medicine specialist with over three decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation and completed his residency training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With 31 years in practice, Dr. Apaga brings extensive knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of adult medical conditions. He is fluent in both Vietnamese and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Apaga practices at multiple locations throughout the Pittsburgh area, including White Oak, McKeesport, Monroeville, Jefferson Hills, and Pittsburgh. He maintains hospital affiliations with Lifecare Hospitals of Pittsburgh and sees patients at several UPMC facilities and Jefferson Hospital. His clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. Dr. Apaga regularly performs blood tests to monitor kidney function and comprehensive blood work to assess overall health. Patients rate him 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 31 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, English
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Elmer Lacuata Apaga has 7 locations

Rc Medical Associates Pc

1801 Lincoln Way Ste 2White Oak, PA 15131
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Mckeesport

1500 5th AveMckeesport, PA 15132

Forbes Hospital

2570 Haymaker RdMonroeville, PA 15146

Upmc East

2775 Mosside BlvdMonroeville, PA 15146

Jefferson Hospital

565 Coal Valley RdJefferson Hills, PA 15025

Upmc Presbyterian

200 LOTHROP ST RM F677PITTSBURGH, PA 15213

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

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4.8 
31 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Vietnamese, English Speaks English Speaks English
White Oak , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAElizabethtown , PA
Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Elmer Lacuata Apaga

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - EPO
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Yamhill Community Care Organization

Medical Specialties

Dr. Elmer Lacuata Apaga has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Elmer Lacuata Apaga has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Elmer Lacuata Apaga holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Apaga's NPI number is 1003056524.

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Dr. Elmer Lacuata Apaga is affiliated with Lifecare Hospitals Of Pittsburgh.

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