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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lai, Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Eleanor Lai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Lai completed her residency at St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Lai is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (212) 316-7923.
Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Lai board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Eleanor Lai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lai typically treat?
As an Internist, 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 here.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lai typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eleanor Lai may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (212) 316-7923 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lai in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Healthfirst New York
Jefferson Health
Medicare
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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 1649298019.
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. Eleanor Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Internist near New York, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Eleanor Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eleanor Lai accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Eleanor Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eleanor Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (212) 316-7923 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eleanor Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (212) 316-7923 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eleanor Lai have?
Dr. Eleanor Lai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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