Chia Chi George Lai, M.D.

Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

Chia Chi George Lai is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Monterey Park, CA with over 45 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(626) 280-5009Monterey Park, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Chia Chi George Lai, M.D. has been part of the Monterey Park medical community since 2006 in independent practice. He has been in practice for 45+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).

1 of 847 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Monterey Park45+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2105dNPPES updated 2020-08-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

500 N Garfield Ave 100, Monterey Park, CA 91754-1242

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Diabetes
59%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Chronic Kidney Disease
57%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Ischemic Heart Disease
52%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Arthritis
51%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Osteoporosis
36%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

COPD
35%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Aug 16, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 45 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RG0100X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

500 N Garfield Ave Ste 100, Monterey Park, CA 91754-1242

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Chia Chi George Lai

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Chia Chi George Lai for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Monterey Park required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chia Chi George Lai

Dr. Lai is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Monterey Park, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (626) 280-5009.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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