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Dr. Hank Lai, MD

Long Beach, CA

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    Who is Dr. Lai, Psychiatrist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Hank Lai, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (562) 826-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Lai speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lai treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 826-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lai's office located?

    Dr. Hank Lai's Primary Practice

    5901 E 7th St

    Long Beach, CA 90822

    (562) 826-8000

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    Dr. Hank Lai's Practice 2

    31852 Coast Hwy

    Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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    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 1255750246.

    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. Hank Lai's specialty?

    Dr. Lai is a Psychiatrist near Long Beach, CA.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Lai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with 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 Hank Lai accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Hank Lai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (562) 826-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hank Lai?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (562) 826-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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