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Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. Tamara Anne Lacouture, M.D.)

(196 Ratings)

Specializes in: Radiation Oncology

UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Professional interests include: thyroid cancer, fibroids (leiomyoma), liver cancer, and more.

2211 Chapel Avenue West
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

(856) 922-4800

Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD is a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ specializing in radiation oncology. She graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, KENNEDY MEDICAL GROUP PRACTICE, P.C., Jefferson Washington Township Hospital, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Stratford Hospital.

Office Locations

900 Medical Center Drive Suite 100
Sewell, NJ 08080

(856) 582-3008

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Jefferson Stratford Hospital

2211 Chapel Avenue West
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

(856) 922-4800

(856) 922-4801

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Some issues Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD can help you with:

Radioembolization (Selective Internal Radiation Therapy)

Radioembolization, or selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT), is a minimally invasive procedure that uses radiation to treat liver tumors. By targeting the hepatic artery, or the main blood vessel that supplies the liver, radioembolization can cut off the blood supply to liver tumors. The tumors shrink, and minimal damage is done to healthy tissue. Radioembolization is a treatment option for tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or other radiation therapies, for liver cancer that is confined to the liver, or for liver cancer patients that have more than 3 months of life expectancy.

To perform radioembolization, a catheter is inserted into an artery in the groin and threaded to the liver. Radioactive beads, or pellets, are delivered through the catheter. The pellets will continuously deliver radiation for 10-14 days. The pellets will remain in the body permanently without causing any complications. If the tumor or cancer is confined to one portion of the liver, radioembolization will be performed in one treatment session. If both sides of the liver are affected, a second treatment session will be done about 8 weeks after the first.

Typically, most patients can return home and do light activity within hours following the procedure. Patients will be given medication to treat any possible side effects, which can include nausea, fever, abdominal pain, or tiredness.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“Shown here, signing the pledge board, is Kennedy Radiation Oncology Medical Director Tamara LaCouture, M.D. WASHINGTON...”—"Kennedy hosts 80 by 2018 Colon Cancer Screening event", NJ.com, March 2017

“Dr. Tamara LaCouture, chief of the radiation and oncology department and medical director for the South Jersey CyberKnife Center at Cooper Hospital, was once again the guest speaker at dinner.”—"Memorial tourney raises $16,000", The Trentonian, December 2013

“Tamara LaCouture, chief of the radiation and oncology department and medical director for the South Jersey CyberKnife Center at Cooper Hospital, will once again be the guest speaker at dinner.”—"Medford Lakes golf fundraiser on Oct. 7 for pancreatic cancer research", The Trentonian, September 2013

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ during 2012 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	243
radiation therapy	29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ during 2013 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	189
radiation therapy	19

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	87

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	14
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2013

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	69

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ during 2014 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	264
radiation therapy	16

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	116

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	13
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2014

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	72

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	81

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	114

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2015

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	70

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	206

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	94
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	14
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	37
Dementia	13
Cancer	73

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	258

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	97
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	27
Dementia	12
Cancer	75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	318

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	141
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	31
Dementia	8
Cancer	75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	191

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	63
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	37
Dementia	0
Cancer	75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ during 2020 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	300
radiation therapy	12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	160
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ during 2021 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	375
radiation therapy	12

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	157
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	15
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2021

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	28
Dementia	10
Cancer	74

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ during 2022 were radiation therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	319
radiation therapy	12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	136

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	169
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	16
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	28
Dementia	6
Cancer	75

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated as a radiation oncologist in Sewell, NJ were radiation therapy.

doctor visit	249
radiation therapy	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	95

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	2
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	117
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	49
85 and over	6
Less than 65	7
65 to 74	62

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD treated were cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	5
Cancer	66

Education & Training

Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She completed residency at Cooper University Hospital. She is certified by the Board Certification: Radiology, Radiation Oncology and has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Residency: Cooper University Hospital

Board Certification: Board Certification: Radiology, Radiation Oncology

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Jefferson Health

KENNEDY MEDICAL GROUP PRACTICE, P.C.

Jefferson Washington Township Hospital

Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital

Jefferson Stratford Hospital

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, CIGNA Commercial, AARP, MultiPlan, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Workers' Compensation, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)

QualCare

Aetna Medicare

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

CIGNA Medicare

Blue Cross Federal

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

GEHA

WellCare

AmeriHealth

CIGNA Commercial

AARP

MultiPlan

Geisinger Health Plan

US Family Health Plan

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

Workers' Compensation

Devon Health

TRICARE

First Health

WellPoint

Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA)

Medical Assistance of New Jersey

Provider Partners Medicare

PA Health and Wellness CHC

Devoted Medicare

Medical Assistance of Delaware

Keystone First/CHC/VIP

Blue Card by BCBS

Medicare FFS

Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania

Independence Blue Cross - Various plans

Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans

UPMC

Aetna Better Health CHIP PA

Highmark Wholecare

Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness

Keystone First VIP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 196 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Sewell, NJ.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Tamara A. La Couture, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc.	$2,574 Quadramet $2,574
Elekta, Inc.	$346 Compact $171	Elekta Neuromag $73	METRIQ $13	$89
Novocure Inc.	$110 Oncology $110
Varian Medical Systems, Inc.	$88 TrueBeam $62	BrachyVision $11	$14
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$86 TAGRISSO $86
Other	$336 Varian Ethos Treatment Planning $66	Xofigo $66	CYRAMZA $33	SPRYCEL $28	ERBITUX $25	Other $118

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$2,500
Food and Beverage	$1,026
Entertainment	$13

Biography

Dr. Tamara Lacouture's specialty is radiation oncology. Dr. Lacouture's average rating from her patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Her areas of expertise include the following: bladder cancer, radioembolization (selective internal radiation therapy), and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). She is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Blue California, Coventry, and Geisinger Health Plan. She obtained her medical school training at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and performed her residency at Cooper University Hospital. Dr. Lacouture is affiliated with Jefferson Health. According to Jefferson Health, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Cherry Hill, NJ.