Summary

Dr. Richard Lappin is an experienced physician specializing in internal medicine and emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and has been practicing medicine for 39 years. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive care both in routine medical settings and urgent situations.

Dr. Lappin practices at NewYork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center and NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York, NY. He treats patients with heart rhythm problems, abdominal pain, and type 2 diabetes. His expertise includes providing emergency care and performing MRI imaging studies to help diagnose medical conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 39 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Ian Lappin has 4 locations

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Dr. Richard Ian Lappin, MDDr. Samih Abbassi, MDDr. Shilpa Paradkar Singh, MDDr. Eric Yoon, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.9 
39 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
New York , NYNorth Bergen , NJNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College Med School: State University of New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Ian Lappin

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Amida Care
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Ian Lappin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Ian Lappin has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Ian Lappin holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Lappin's NPI number is 1972693141.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is Dr. Richard Lappin accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Richard Lappin accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Lappin?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Lappin affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Lappin is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center.

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