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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lam, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Kelvin Lam, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lam completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lam is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (360) 734-5400.
Where did Dr. Lam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine | New England Med Center Hosps
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo
Is Dr. Lam board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kelvin 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
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lam typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lam typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelvin Lam may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Lam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 734-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Lam in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lam's office located?
Dr. Kelvin Lam's Primary Practice
2901 Squalicum Pkwy
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 734-5400
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 1679589923.
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. Kelvin Lam's specialty?
Dr. Lam is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Bellingham, WA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Kelvin Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kelvin Lam accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?
Yes, Dr. Kelvin Lam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelvin Lam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (360) 734-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kelvin Lam?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (360) 734-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kelvin Lam have?
Dr. Kelvin Lam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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