Summary

Dr. David Lao specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed advanced fellowship training at the University of California San Francisco in both cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. Dr. Lao is board certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Chinese.

Dr. Lao practices at Mercy San Juan Medical Center with locations in Grass Valley, Carmichael, and Sacramento, California. He treats patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, including pediatric hypertension cases. His expertise includes performing heart rhythm tests, specialized heart ultrasounds, and contrast imaging studies to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Lao 5.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish, Chinese
  • University of California San Francisco Cardiovascular Disease (IM)
  • 21 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr. David S. Lao has 3 locations

Cardiology - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

150 Catherine Ln Suite D, F & JGrass Valley, CA 95945

Specialty Care - Mercy Physicians Plaza - San Juan, Carmichael, CA

6555 Coyle AveCarmichael, CA 95608
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Medical Plaza - Sacramento, CA (South Lobby)

3939 J StSacramento, CA 95819
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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3.5 
16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Grass Valley , CAWinter Park , FLGrass Valley , CARoseville , CA
Med School: Yale University School of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Siddhartha Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David S. Lao

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Choice Health
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Hometown Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. David S. Lao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David S. Lao has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of California San Francisco Cardiovascular Disease (IM)University of California San Francisco Interventional Cardiology (IM) Program

Medical School

Yale University School of Medicine

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. David Lao speak?
Dr. David Lao speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Is Dr. David Lao accepting new patients?
Dr. David Lao is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. David Lao's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. David Lao's office located?
Dr. David Lao's office is located at 150 Catherine Ln Suite D, F & J, Grass Valley, CA, 95945.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Lao affiliated with?
Dr. David Lao is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center.
Does Dr. David Lao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. David Lao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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