40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lam, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. James Lam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lam completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Lankenau Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lam is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office.
Where did Dr. Lam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Lankenau Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Lam board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Lam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lam speak?
Dr. Lam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Lam treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Lam perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Lam 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. Lam's office.
Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lam 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. Lam accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lam in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lam's office located?
What is Dr. Lam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598762536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lam
What is Dr. James Lam's specialty?
Dr. Lam is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Lam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Cardiologist?
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Is James Lam accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Lam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lam?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Lam have?
Dr. James Lam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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