Summary

Dr. James Lai is a cardiovascular disease specialist with two decades of experience caring for patients with heart conditions. They earned their medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and have developed expertise in treating complex cardiac issues. Dr. Lai speaks Spanish, Chinese, and English, enabling them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Lai practices at several respected Bay Area medical centers, including Sutter Eden Medical Center and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Oakland, California. They focus on treating coronary artery disease and helping patients understand heart-related symptoms like chest pain from reduced blood flow. James Lai performs important diagnostic tests including echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

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

Office Location

Summit Campus Diagnostic Imaging

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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4.5 
20 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English
Oakland , CAStanford , CAStanford , CAStanford , CA
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Univ De Montreal Fac De Med Med School: Charing Cross & Westminster Medical Schools Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr James Lai's office located?
Dr James Lai's office is located at 350 Hawthorne Ave Rm 2316, Oakland, CA, 94609.
Does Dr James Lai accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr James Lai accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr James Lai affiliated with?
Dr James Lai is affiliated with 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.
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.
How can I make an appointment with Dr James Lai?
You can find contact information for Dr James Lai here on Vitals.

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