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Who is Dr. Lai, Gastroenterologist in Monterey Park, CA?
Dr. Chia-Chi Lai, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Monterey Park, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (626) 280-5009.
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Lai treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
Also known as:
- Chronic hepatitis
- Hepatitis
- Ongoing liver inflammation
- Long-term hepatitis
- Persistent hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K739: Chronic hepatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Indigestion
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Dyspepsia
- Upset Stomach
- Stomach Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- K30: Functional dyspepsia
Also known as:
- Gallstone Bowel Blockage
- Gallstones
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Gallstone Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Blockage from Gallstones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K563: Gallstone ileus
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Which procedures does Dr. Lai perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chia-Chi Lai may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation 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 (626) 280-5009 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Monterey Park, CA?
Dr. Lai in Monterey Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Clever Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Other TPA
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
Dr. Chia-Chi Lai's Primary Practice
500 N Garfield Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 280-5009
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 1043238413.
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. Chia-Chi Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Gastroenterologist near Monterey Park, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chia-Chi Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center. 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
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Is Chia-Chi Lai accepting new patients in Monterey Park, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chia-Chi Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chia-Chi Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (626) 280-5009 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chia-Chi Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (626) 280-5009 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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