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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lai, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Salem, OR?
Dr. Wallace Lai, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Salem, OR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Lai completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lai’s office at (503) 371-1756.
Where did Dr. Lai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky
Is Dr. Lai board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Wallace Lai, MD 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:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lai treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Complete Heart Block
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lai perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wallace Lai may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (503) 371-1756 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lai accept in Salem, OR?
Dr. Lai in Salem, OR 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)
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthComp
Medicare
PacificSource
Samaritan Health Services
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lai's office located?
Dr. Wallace Lai's Primary Practice
2480 Liberty St NE Ste 110
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 371-1756
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 1578503249.
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. Wallace Lai's specialty?
Dr. Lai is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Salem, OR. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Lai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wallace Lai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lai is affiliated with Salem Hospital - Salem, OR, Good Samaritan Regional 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
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Is Wallace Lai accepting new patients in Salem, OR?
Yes, Dr. Wallace Lai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wallace Lai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (503) 371-1756 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wallace Lai?
Please contact Dr. Lai's office at (503) 371-1756 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wallace Lai have?
Dr. Wallace Lai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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