Summary

Dr. Yu Kuang Lai is a pulmonologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the lungs and respiratory system. They earned their medical degree from the University of The Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and has been practicing medicine for two decades. Their extensive experience in pulmonology allows them to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex breathing disorders.

Dr. Lai practices in Stanford, California, and maintains an affiliation with Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia. They treats patients experiencing breathing problems and shortness of breath, helping them find relief and improve their quality of life. Dr. Lai also provides care for individuals with pulmonary hypertension, a serious condition affecting blood pressure in the lungs. Their expertise includes performing pulmonary function tests to evaluate lung capacity and chest imaging procedures to diagnose respiratory conditions.

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Office Location

Dr. Yu Kuang Lai

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Yu Kuang Lai

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • 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
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Yu Kuang Lai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yu Kuang Lai has the following 8 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health SciencesGraduated in 2006

Other Providers at Stanford Health Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Yu Kuang Lai's office located?
Dr. Yu Kuang Lai's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA, 94305.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yu Kuang Lai?
You can find contact information for Dr. Yu Kuang Lai here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yu Kuang Lai affiliated with?
Dr. Yu Kuang Lai is affiliated with Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia.
Does Dr. Yu Kuang Lai accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Yu Kuang Lai accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Yu Kuang Lai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Yu Kuang 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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