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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Hospitalist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Joseph Lai, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (206) 386-6000.
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lai 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. Lai. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Lai may include:
Please contact Dr. Lai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 386-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lai in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
What is Dr. Lai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174987556.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lai
What is Dr. Joseph Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Hospitalist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Joseph Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Lai accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (206) 386-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (206) 386-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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