Summary

Dr. David Lao is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his fellowship training at the University of California San Francisco, where he focused on both cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology procedures. Dr. Lao holds board certification in internal medicine from 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 specializes in treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lao highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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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
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 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

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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David S. Lao, MDDr. Raghav Sharma, MDDr Frances F. Canet, MDDr. Robert Paul Zucker, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
16 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 45 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 Spanish, English
Grass Valley , CAWinter Park , FLAuburn , CAGrass Valley , CA
Med School: Yale University School of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

David S. Lao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David S. Lao has the following 14 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
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

David S. Lao holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of California San Francisco Cardiovascular Disease (IM).

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School of Medicine.

NPI Number

David S. Lao's NPI number is 1487817383.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does David Lao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
David Lao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is David Lao's office located?
David Lao's office is located at 150 Catherine Ln Suite D, F & J, Grass Valley, CA, 95945.
Which hospitals is David Lao affiliated with?
David Lao is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with David Lao?
You can find contact information for David Lao here on Vitals.
Does David Lao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that David Lao accepts on their Vitals profile.

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