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Dr. Lawrence Tsai, MD

Tacoma, WA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsai, Family Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Lawrence Tsai, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Tsai is fluent in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai’s office.

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

    • Medical School: St Matthews University

    Is Dr. Tsai board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tsai typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Blood Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tsai typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence Tsai may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Tsai in Tacoma, 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 Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • First Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Dr. Lawrence Tsai's Primary Practice

    1812 S J St Ste 120

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    Dr. Lawrence Tsai's Practice 2

    1708 Yakima Ave Ste 110

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    Dr. Lawrence Tsai's Practice 3

    2520 Cherry Ave

    Bremerton, WA 98310

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    What is Dr. Tsai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tsai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619177789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsai

    What is Dr. Lawrence Tsai's specialty?

    Dr. Tsai is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Lawrence Tsai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tsai is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Lawrence Tsai accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Tsai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lawrence Tsai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Tsai?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Tsai have?

    Dr. Lawrence Tsai is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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