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Who is Dr. Lai, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Khang Lai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Lai graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at University Of California Los Angeles. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (949) 457-9900.
Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California Los Angeles
Medical School: College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Lai treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M169: Osteoarthritis of hip, unspecified
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve
- Compressed Nerve Root
- Spinal Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5410: Radiculopathy, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Muscle inflammation
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Muscle pain and weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6089: Other myositis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Strain of Pelvic Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons (Follow-up Care)
- Back Chest Muscle Strain
- Sprains and Strains
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Pulled pelvic muscle
- Pelvic floor strain
- Pelvic tendon strain
- Pelvic soft tissue strain
- Pulled Back Chest Muscle
- Posterior Thoracic Strain
- Upper Back Muscle Pull
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39013D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of pelvis, subsequent encounter
- S29012D: Strain of muscle and tendon of back wall of thorax, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Specific Shoulder Joint Condition
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Atypical Shoulder Joint Disease
- Uncommon Shoulder Disorder
- Miscellaneous Shoulder Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12819: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, unspecified shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Specific Right Shoulder Joint Disease
- Uncommon Right Shoulder Condition
- Atypical Right Shoulder Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12811: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Lai perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Khang Lai may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lai's office.
Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 457-9900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Lai in Irvine, 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
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1730150608.
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. Khang Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Irvine, CA. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Khang Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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
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Is Khang Lai accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Khang Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khang Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (949) 457-9900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khang Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (949) 457-9900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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