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Dr. Yvonne Lai, MD

Dr. Yvonne Lai, MD

San Antonio, TX

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lai, Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Yvonne Lai, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Lai completed her residency at John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Lai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (201) 358-4000.

    Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx

    Is Dr. Lai board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Yvonne Lai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lai speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lai treat?

    As a Family 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lai perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yvonne 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 (201) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Lai in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lai's office located?

    Dr. Yvonne Lai's Primary Practice

    4502 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (201) 358-4000

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    Dr. Yvonne Lai's Practice 2

    19223 Stonehue Ste 100

    San Antonio, TX 78258

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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 1972636884.

    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. Yvonne Lai's specialty?

    Dr. Lai is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Yvonne Lai accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Yvonne Lai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (201) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yvonne Lai?

    Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (201) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yvonne Lai have?

    Dr. Yvonne Lai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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