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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lao, Interventional Cardiologist in Folsom, CA?
Dr. David Lao, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Folsom, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lao completed his residency at University Of California. Dr. Lao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lao’s office at (916) 351-4800.
Where did Dr. Lao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California
Is Dr. Lao board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. David Lao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lao speak?
Dr. Lao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lao treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Lao diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lao. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lao perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Lao may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lao's office.
Does Dr. Lao accept my insurance?
Dr. Lao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 351-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lao accept in Folsom, CA?
Dr. Lao in Folsom, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lao's office located?
What is Dr. Lao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487817383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lao
What is Dr. David Lao's specialty?
Dr. Lao is a Interventional Cardiologist near Folsom, CA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Lao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Lao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lao is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Marshall Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is David Lao accepting new patients in Folsom, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Lao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Lao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (916) 351-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Lao?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (916) 351-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Lao have?
Dr. David Lao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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