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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Grace Lai, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. 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 (312) 503-7975.
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 Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lai typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Lai typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Lai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 503-7975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lai in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
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:
Orthonebraska Hospital,Omaha, NE
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Orthonebraska Hospital,Omaha, NE
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Nebraska Medical Center,Omaha, NERanked Mastectomy
Nebraska Medical Center,Omaha, NE
Ranked Mastectomy
Bryan East Campus,Lincoln, NERanked in 2 Procedures
Bryan East Campus,Lincoln, NE
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center,Sioux Falls, SDRanked in 2 Procedures
Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center,Sioux Falls, SD
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital,Council Bluffs, IARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital,Council Bluffs, IA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Childrens Nebraska,Omaha, NE
Childrens Nebraska,Omaha, NE
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 1851785109.
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. Grace Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Neurosurgeon near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is Dr. Grace Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Orthonebraska Hospital, Nebraska Medical Center, Bryan East Campus, Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital 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
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Is Dr. Grace Lai accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Grace Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grace Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (312) 503-7975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Grace Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (312) 503-7975 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
Dr. Lai's office is located in San Francisco, CA.
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