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Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai, MD

Los Angeles, CA

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    Who is Dr. Lai, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts 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 (215) 590-1000.

    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 Neonatal-Perinatal 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.

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
    • BPD in Newborns
    • Baby Lung Development Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Respiratory Failure
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Neonatal Respiratory Failure
    • Infant Lung Failure
    • Newborn Breathing Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P285: Respiratory failure of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby (28 Weeks)
    • Premature Baby
    • Extremely Premature Baby (27 Weeks)
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm newborn
    • Baby born at 28 weeks
    • Preemie
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Micropremie
    • Baby born at 27 weeks
    • Extreme immaturity at birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0731: Preterm newborn, gestational age 28 completed weeks
    • P0736: Preterm newborn, gestational age 33 completed weeks
    • P0726: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 27 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Heart Anomalies
    • Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
    • Fetal Cardiac Malformations
    • Fetal Heart Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastroschisis
    • Birth Defects
    • Abdominal wall defect
    • Intestines outside body at birth
    • Bowel protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q793: Gastroschisis

    Which procedures does Dr. Lai perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai may include:

    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 (215) 590-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Mercy Care Plan

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    Where is Dr. Lai's office located?

    Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd # 13

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (215) 590-1000

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    Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai's Practice 2

    800 Spruce St

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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    Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai's Practice 3

    3401 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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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 1962829325.

    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. Kuan-Chi Lai's specialty?

    Dr. Lai is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kuan-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: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Cha Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, Downey 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

    Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Kuan-Chi Lai accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kuan-Chi Lai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (215) 590-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kuan-Chi Lai?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (215) 590-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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