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Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD

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Specializes in: Pathology

Far Eastern University, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), liver disease

3495 Hacks Cross Road
Memphis, TN 38125

(901) 526-7444

Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD is a pathologist in Memphis, TN specializing in pathology. She graduated from Far Eastern University, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation. Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD is affiliated with AmeriPath.

Office Locations

150 Collins Street
Memphis, TN 38112

(901) 526-7444

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3495 Hacks Cross Road
Memphis, TN 38125

(901) 526-7444

(901) 526-0791

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Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2024

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In 2012, Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD performed more special stains procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Tennessee.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2012 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	366

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2013 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1039

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	973
Female	1129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1835
Black	135
Hispanic	60
Asian	22
Other	29
Native American	21

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1193
From 75 to 84	554
85 and over	83
Less than 65	272

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2013

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2014 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1242

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	738
Female	931

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1419
Black	173
Hispanic	49
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	980
From 75 to 84	428
85 and over	53
Less than 65	208

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2014

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	3
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2015 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1140

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1304
Female	1726

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2390
Black	504
Hispanic	66
Asian	32
Other	38
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1782
From 75 to 84	812
85 and over	60
Less than 65	376

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2015

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	4
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2016 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1168

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	677
Female	958

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1269
Black	299
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	987
From 75 to 84	418
85 and over	52
Less than 65	178

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2016

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	28
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2017 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1122

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	635
Female	843

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1152
Black	252
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	848
From 75 to 84	413
85 and over	33
Less than 65	184

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2017

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2018 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	979

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	696
Female	872

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1303
Black	173
Hispanic	31
Asian	0
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	875
From 75 to 84	402
85 and over	40
Less than 65	251

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2018

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Dementia	6
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2019 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	386

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	286
Female	375

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	542
Black	77
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	386
From 75 to 84	146
85 and over	16
Less than 65	113

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2019

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Dementia	5
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2020 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	70

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	98
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2020

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2021 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	525

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	419
Female	474

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	771
Black	58
Hispanic	13
Asian	14
Other	37
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	554
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	21
Less than 65	101

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2021

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	3
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2022 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1337

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1152
Female	1410

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2184
Black	183
Hispanic	55
Asian	0
Other	90
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1576
From 75 to 84	726
85 and over	52
Less than 65	208

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	27
Dementia	2
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2023 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1022

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1317
Female	1632

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2513
Black	238
Hispanic	49
Asian	0
Other	115
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1847
From 75 to 84	834
85 and over	59
Less than 65	209

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2023

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	25
Dementia	3
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN during 2024 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	396

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Male	561
Female	666

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1077
Black	93
Hispanic	12
Asian	15
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	707
From 75 to 84	372
85 and over	28
Less than 65	120

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	30
Dementia	4
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated as a pathologist in Memphis, TN were lab tests.

lab tests	830

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD.

**Gender**
Female	852
Male	677

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	168
Asian / Pacific Islander	6
Non-Hispanic White	1273
Hispanic	32
Native American / Alaskan Native	1
Other	34

**Age**
85 and over	38
75 to 84	411
Less than 65	170
65 to 74	908

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	11
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD graduated from Far Eastern University, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation. She completed residency at University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology and has a state license in Tennessee.

Medical School: Far Eastern University, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation

Residency: University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology

Licensed In: Tennessee

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Biography

Dr. Lydia Makapugay, who practices in Memphis, TN, is a medical specialist in pathology. Areas of expertise for Dr. Makapugay include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders) and liver disease. Dr. Makapugay is a graduate of Far Eastern University, Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation. She completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Tennessee. She is professionally affiliated with AmeriPath.

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Lydia Margarita Makapugay, MD in 2024

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