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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Internist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Derrick Lai, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lai graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Lai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (360) 397-1500.
Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center
Is Dr. Lai board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Lai, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Internist, 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Lai perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Derrick Lai may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (360) 397-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Lai in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Providence Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
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 1477759355.
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. Derrick Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Internist near Vancouver, WA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Derrick Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center 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 Internist?
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Is Derrick Lai accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (360) 397-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (360) 397-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derrick Lai have?
Dr. Derrick Lai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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