Summary

Dr. La Penta graduated from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1974. He works in Leonardtown, MD and 1 other location and specializes in Hospice & Palliative Medicine. Dr. La Penta is affiliated with Medstar Saint Marys Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • Naval Hospital (Charleston Sc)
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Medstar J La Penta has 3 locations

Medstar St Mary's Hospital

PO Box 527Leonardtown, MD 20650

Medstar St Marys Hospital

25500 Point Lookout RdLeonardtown, MD 20650

Hospice Of The Chesapeake

90 Ritchie HwyPasadena, MD 21122

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Accepts New Patients
4.8 
52 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Leonardtown , MDCalifornia , MDLeonardtown , MDLeonardtown , MD
Med School: VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Medstar J La Penta

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Medstar J La Penta has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Medstar J La Penta has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Naval Hospital (Charleston Sc).

Medical School

Graduated from VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. La Penta's NPI number is 1639178239.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Medstar La Penta accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Medstar La Penta accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Medstar La Penta affiliated with?
Dr. Medstar La Penta is affiliated with Medstar Saint Marys Hospital.
Where is Dr. Medstar La Penta's office located?
Dr. Medstar La Penta's office is located at PO Box 527, Leonardtown, MD, 20650.
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