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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Brian Lai, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (661) 414-5335.
Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lai typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lai typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lai 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. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Epidural or Spinal Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
- Cervical epidural injection
- Thoracic epidural injection
- Spinal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
- 62320: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 414-5335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Lai 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Heritage Health
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
Dr. Brian Lai's Primary Practice
11500 W Olympic Blvd Ste 502
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(661) 414-5335
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 1700176971.
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. Brian Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Brian Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Lai accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (661) 414-5335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (661) 414-5335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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