Summary

Dr. James Lai treats atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and coronary artery disease in women, and performs contrast echocardiography, transthoracic echocardiogram, and therapeutic hypothermia. They practice cardiology and have 20 years of experience. Dr. Lai speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.

Dr. Lai earned their medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and sees patients in Oakland, California, with affiliations at Sutter Eden Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Alta Bates Campus, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lai 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 73 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center | Summit Campus

350 Hawthorne Ave Rm 2316Oakland, CA 94609
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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Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University Of London Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO DIVISION OF THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES THE PRITZKER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr James Lai

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr James Lai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr James Lai has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr James Lai holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr Lai's NPI number is 1407992001.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr James Lai accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr James Lai accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr James Lai's office located?
Dr James Lai's office is located at 350 Hawthorne Ave Rm 2316, Oakland, CA, 94609.
What languages does Dr James Lai speak?
Dr James Lai speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr James Lai?
You can find contact information for Dr James Lai here on Vitals.
Does Dr James Lai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr James Lai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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