Overview
I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible.
Dr. Lai is highly rated in 82 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypothyroidism.
Dr. Lai is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lai is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
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- HMO
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- EPO
- POS
- HMO
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- PPO
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- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
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- PPO
- EPO
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Lai has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael K. Lai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael K. Lai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael K. Lai by calling their office at 805-349-8972. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael K. Lai a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael K. Lai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael K. Lai specialize in?
While Dr. Michael K. Lai is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Michael K. Lai accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael K. Lai accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-349-8972 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Hypogonadism Primary Partial AlopeciaDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia.
- HypothyroidismDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- OsteoporosisDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- ProlactinomaDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Testicular FailureDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Testicular Failure.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Thyroid StormDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Toxic Nodular GoiterDr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Toxic Nodular Goiter.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Lai isDistinguished. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Advanced
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric
- Alopecia AreataDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Alopecia Areata.
- Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia
- Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
- CalcinosisDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Calcinosis.
- CalciphylaxisDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Calciphylaxis.
- Cushing's diseaseDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Cushing's disease.
- Cushing's syndromeDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome.
- Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal Tumor
- Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Exogenous Cushing's syndrome
- Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- Glucocorticoid ResistanceDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Glucocorticoid Resistance.
- Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD)
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- Hirsutism in WomenDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hirsutism in Women.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypoaldosteronismDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hypoaldosteronism.
- HypogonadismDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hypogonadism.
- Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism
- HypoparathyroidismDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hypoparathyroidism.
- HypopituitarismDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hypopituitarism.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- InfertilityDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Infertility.
- Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism
- Kallmann SyndromeDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Kallmann Syndrome.
- Klinefelter SyndromeDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Klinefelter Syndrome.
- Low Blood SugarDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- MalabsorptionDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- MalnutritionDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- MelorheostosisDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- NephrocalcinosisDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrocalcinosis.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- ObesityDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- OsteopeniaDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- PanhypopituitarismDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Panhypopituitarism.
- Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency
- Sheehan SyndromeDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Sheehan Syndrome.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)
- Triple A SyndromeDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Triple A Syndrome.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Lai isAdvanced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
- AcromegalyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Acromegaly.
- AmenorrheaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Amenorrhea.
- BoilsDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- CarbuncleDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Congenital HyperinsulinismDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hyperinsulinism.
- Congenital Lipoid Adrenal Hyperplasia
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- Cytochrome C Oxidase DeficiencyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.
- Diabetes Insipidus (DI)Dr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Diabetes Insipidus (DI).
- Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial HyperaldosteronismDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hyperaldosteronism.
- Familial Hyperthyroidism due to Mutations in TSH Receptor
- Familial HypertriglyceridemiaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.
- FolliculitisDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Generalized Resistance to Thyroid Hormone
- GigantismDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Gigantism.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- HyperaldosteronismDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Hyperaldosteronism.
- HyperhidrosisDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Hyperhidrosis.
- Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- HypophosphatemiaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatemia.
- Infant HyperglycemiaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Infant Hyperglycemia.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- Juvenile Paget's DiseaseDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Paget's Disease.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.
- MelasmaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Melasma.
- Membranous NephropathyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Membranous Nephropathy.
- MenopauseDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Menopause.
- Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency
- Mitochondrial Trifunctional Protein Deficiency
- Multiple Endocrine NeoplasiaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2
- Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- OsteomalaciaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Osteomalacia.
- Ovarian Overproduction of Androgens
- Parathyroid AdenomaDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Adenoma.
- Parathyroid CancerDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Cancer.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- Polycystic Ovary SyndromeDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
- Precocious PubertyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Precocious Puberty.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- RicketsDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Rickets.
- Silent ThyroiditisDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Silent Thyroiditis.
- Sotos SyndromeDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Sotos Syndrome.
- Subacute ThyroiditisDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Thyroiditis.
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)
- Thyroid Hormone Plasma Membrane Transport Defect
- Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD)
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Lai isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.