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Who is Dr. Lam, Medical Biochemical Geneticist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Christina Lam, MD is a Medical Biochemical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lam is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (206) 987-2000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lam?
Dr. Christina Lam, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Biochemical Geneticist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lam empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation (CDG), Inborn Errors of Metabolism, Rare Genetic Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Lam is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Lam speak?
Dr. Lam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Lam treat?
As a Medical Biochemical Geneticist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Propionic Acidemia
- Metabolic Disorder
- Propionic acidemia
- Sugar Processing Problems
- Inborn Errors of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Carbohydrate Disorders
- PA
- Propionyl-CoA Carboxylase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7489: Other specified disorders of carbohydrate metabolism
- E71121: Propionic acidemia
Also known as:
- Pompe Disease
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Pompe disease
- GSD II
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
- Acid Maltase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7402: Pompe disease
Also known as:
- Other Genetic and Chromosomal Screening
- Genetic Testing
- Health Screening
- Additional Genetic Testing
- Advanced Chromosome Screening
- Specific Genetic Anomaly Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1379: Encounter for other screening for genetic and chromosomal anomalies
Also known as:
- Abnormal Newborn Screening Results
- Newborn Screening
- Positive newborn screen
- Failed newborn screening
- Newborn test abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- P099: Abnormal findings on neonatal screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
Also known as:
- Fabry Disease
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Fabry disease
- Anderson-Fabry disease
- Alpha-galactosidase A deficiency
- Genetic Metabolic Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7521: Fabry (-Anderson) disease
Also known as:
- Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
- MCAD Deficiency
- Medium-Chain Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorder
- MCADD
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71311: Medium chain acyl CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
Which procedures does Dr. Lam perform as a Medical Biochemical Geneticist?
As a Medical Biochemical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christina Lam may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lam's office.
Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lam in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Alaska
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lam's office located?
Dr. Christina Lam's Primary Practice
4800 Sand Point Way NE # M/S
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 987-2000
What is Dr. Lam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558560169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lam
What is Dr. Christina Lam's specialty?
Dr. Lam is a Medical Biochemical Geneticist near Seattle, WA. A medical biochemical geneticist is an expert in diagnosing, evaluating, preventing, and treating biochemical genetic disorders, recognized as inborn errors of metabolism that can arise at any age. Their training does not provide the necessary skills to manage a clinical laboratory. Contact Dr. Lam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Children's Hospital. 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 Medical Biochemical Geneticist?
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Is Christina Lam accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Lam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Lam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Lam?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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