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Dr. Stephanie Lai, MD

Dr. Stephanie Lai, MD

Pediatrician

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lai, Pediatrician in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Stephanie Lai, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Lai completed her residency at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Academic Pediatrics, Painted Turtle Camp. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, Hindi, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (650) 853-2992.

    Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lucile Packard Children's Hospital | Stanford University Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Lai speak?

    Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Persian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lai typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Conduct Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Childhood behavioral problems
    • Disruptive behavior disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breastfeeding Care
    • Breastfeeding
    • Postpartum Care
    • Lactation Support
    • Nursing Mother Check-up
    • Breastfeeding Consultation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z391: Encounter for care and examination of lactating mother

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lai typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Lai in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Lai's office located?

    Department Of Pediatrics Level 1 Lee Building

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

    (650) 853-2992

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of American Academy of Pediatrics, Academic Pediatrics, Painted Turtle Camp

    What is Dr. Lai's NPI number?A 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 1629393715.

    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. Stephanie Lai's specialty?

    Dr. Lai is a Pediatrician near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Stephanie Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Stephanie Lai accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephanie Lai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephanie Lai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (650) 853-2992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephanie Lai?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (650) 853-2992 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lai's office located?

    Dr. Lai's office is located in Palo Alto, CA.