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Who is Dr. Lao, Specialist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Lixing Lao is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lao is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lao’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lao’s office at (703) 323-5691.
What languages does Dr. Lao speak?
Dr. Lao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lao treat?
As a Specialist, 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does Dr. Lao perform?
As a Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Electroacupuncture
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture
- Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
- E-Stim Acupuncture
- Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
- Acupuncture for Pain
- Needle Therapy with Electricity
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Needle Therapy
- Acupuncture Session
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
CPT Codes:
- 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
Does Dr. Lao accept my insurance?
Dr. Lao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 323-5691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lao accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Lao in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH)
AvMed Health Plan
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Spectrum
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 1215976287.
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. Lixing Lao's specialty?
Dr. Lao is a Specialist near Baltimore, MD. Contact Dr. Lao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lixing Lao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The Virginia University Of Integrative Medicine. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Specialist?
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Is Lixing Lao accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Lixing Lao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lixing Lao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (703) 323-5691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lixing Lao?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (703) 323-5691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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