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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lam, Physiatrist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ny-Ying Lam, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (206) 598-3300.
What languages does Dr. Lam speak?
Dr. Lam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lam treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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.
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Conversion Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder
- Psychosomatic Motor Symptoms
- Stress-Induced Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F444: Conversion disorder with motor symptom or deficit
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Post-Polio Syndrome
- Polio and Post-Polio Syndrome
- PPS
- Late Effects of Polio
- Polio Residuals
ICD-10 Codes:
- G14: Postpolio syndrome
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Other Degenerative Nerve Disease
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- Nervous System Degeneration
- Neurodegenerative Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3189: Other specified degenerative diseases of nervous system
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Head Trauma
- Brain Injury
- Intracranial Injury
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S069X9S: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, sequela
Also known as:
- Primary Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- PLS
- Progressive Spastic Paraparesis
- Upper Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1223: Primary lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Concussion
- PCS
- Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
- Lingering concussion symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0781: Postconcussional syndrome
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Lam perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ny-Ying Lam may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lam's office.
Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lam in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Workers Comp
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lam's office located?
What is Dr. Lam's NPI number?An 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 1194014886.
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. Ny-Ying Lam's specialty?
Dr. Lam is a Physiatrist near Seattle, WA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Lam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ny-Ying Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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
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Is Ny-Ying Lam accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ny-Ying Lam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ny-Ying Lam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (206) 598-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ny-Ying Lam?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (206) 598-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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