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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lao, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Aaron-James Lao, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lao is fluent in English, 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 (818) 729-0014.
What languages does Dr. Lao speak?
Dr. Lao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lao typically treat?
As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lao typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron-James Lao may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Lao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lao accept my insurance?
Dr. Lao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 729-0014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lao accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Lao in Los Angeles, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lao's office located?
Dr. Aaron-James Lao's Primary Practice
1245 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(818) 729-0014
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 1699303172.
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. Aaron-James Lao's specialty?
Dr. Lao is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Aaron-James Lao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lao is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aaron-James Lao accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Aaron-James Lao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aaron-James Lao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (818) 729-0014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aaron-James Lao?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (818) 729-0014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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