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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Mingshan Lai, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (504) 899-9511.
What languages does Dr. Lai speak?
Dr. Lai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lai typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Apnea
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Temporary cessation of breathing
- Breathing pauses
- Stopped breathing
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0681: Apnea, not elsewhere classified
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
- P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Transient Rapid Breathing in Newborns
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
- Temporary fast breathing in infants
- Wet lung syndrome in newborns
- Transient tachypnea of newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
- P221: Transient tachypnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lai typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mingshan Lai may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Lai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 899-9511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lai in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
Dr. Mingshan Lai's Primary Practice
200 Henry Clay Ave
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 899-9511
What hospitals are Dr. Lai affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital,Evanston, IL
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Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital,Evanston, IL
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Ranked in 4 Procedures
Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
What is Dr. Lai's NPI number?A 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 1184128456.
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. Mingshan Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Mingshan Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Mingshan Lai accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mingshan Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mingshan Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (504) 899-9511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mingshan Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (504) 899-9511 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
Dr. Lai's office is located in New Orleans, LA.
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