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Accepting patients
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. 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, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Lao typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without 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
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Lao typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Lao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lao's office located?
Dr. David Lao's Primary Practice
1730 Prairie City Rd Ste 120
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 351-4800
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.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
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.
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, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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