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Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao, MD

Lafayette, LA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ong-Lao, Anesthesiologist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Ong-Lao is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ong-Lao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ong-Lao’s office at (985) 873-1234.

    Is Dr. Ong-Lao board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ong-Lao speak?

    Dr. Ong-Lao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Ong-Lao treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ong-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. Ong-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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Does Dr. Ong-Lao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ong-Lao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 873-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ong-Lao accept in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Ong-Lao in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ong-Lao's office located?

    Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao's Primary Practice

    1214 Coolidge Blvd

    Lafayette, LA 70503

    (985) 873-1234

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    Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao's Practice 2

    1990 Industrial Blvd

    Houma, LA 70363

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    Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao's Practice 3

    2309 E Main St Ste 300

    New Iberia, LA 70560

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

    Dr. Ong-Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699701847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ong-Lao?

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

    What is Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao's specialty?

    Dr. Ong-Lao is a Anesthesiologist near Lafayette, LA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Ong-Lao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ong-Lao is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Maricar Ong-Lao accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ong-Lao's office at (985) 873-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maricar Ong-Lao?

    Please contact Dr. Ong-Lao's office at (985) 873-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao have?

    Dr. Maricar Ong-Lao is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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