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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Jeffrey Lai, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Lai graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Massachusetts Program. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, 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 (508) 334-1000.
Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Massachusetts Program
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lai typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lai typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Lai may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (508) 334-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Lai in Worcester, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1861830556.
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. Jeffrey Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Worcester, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, Boston Medical Center, Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma, Umass Memorial Milford Regional 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Lai accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (508) 334-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (508) 334-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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