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Dr. Jesus Lao, MD
San Diego, CA
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lao, Pain Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jesus Lao, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Lao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lao’s office at (619) 255-8800.
Where did Dr. Lao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Davao Medical School Foundation
Is Dr. Lao board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jesus Lao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Lao speak?
Dr. Lao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Lao treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lao 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. Lao. 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Knee Ache
- Knee Discomfort
- Sore Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25569: Pain in unspecified knee
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of Lower Back Bone
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar wedge fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral compression fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Disc Disease
- Neck Disc Problems
- Slipped Disc in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5090: Cervical disc disorder, unspecified, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Which procedures does Dr. Lao perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jesus Lao may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lao's office.
Does Dr. Lao accept my insurance?
Dr. Lao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 255-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lao accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lao in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lao's office located?
Dr. Jesus Lao's Primary Practice
6699 Alvarado Rd Ste 2304
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 255-8800
What is Dr. Lao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275571010.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lao
What is Dr. Jesus Lao's specialty?
Dr. Lao is a Pain Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Lao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jesus Lao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jesus Lao accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jesus Lao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jesus Lao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (619) 255-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jesus Lao?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (619) 255-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jesus Lao have?
Dr. Jesus Lao is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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