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Dr. Phillip Lam, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lam, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Phillip Lam, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lam is fluent in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (202) 444-8168.

    What languages does Dr. Lam speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Lam typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5084: End stage heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Lam typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Phillip Lam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-8168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Lam in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lam's office located?

    Dr. Phillip Lam's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 444-8168

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    Dept Of Medicine

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

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    Dr. Phillip Lam's Practice 3

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600

    Bethesda, MD 20817

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    What is Dr. Lam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881984110.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lam

    What is Dr. Phillip Lam's specialty?

    Dr. Lam is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Phillip Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Phillip Lam accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Lam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phillip Lam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (202) 444-8168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Phillip Lam?

    Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (202) 444-8168 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lam's office located?

    Dr. Lam's offices are located in Washington, DC and Bethesda, MD.