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Dr. Christopher Lau, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lau, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Lau, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lau completed his residency at Glendale Adventist Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Lau is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lau’s office at (323) 256-3884.

    Where did Dr. Lau go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Glendale Adventist Med Ctr, Family Practice | Glendale Adventist Med Center

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca

    Is Dr. Lau board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lau speak?

    Dr. Lau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lau typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lau diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lau. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lau typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Lau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 256-3884 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Lau in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Lau's Primary Practice

    5420 N Figueroa St

    Los Angeles, CA 90042

    (323) 256-3884

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    Dr. Christopher Lau's Practice 2

    4455 W 117th St

    Hawthorne, CA 90250

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    Dr. Christopher Lau's Practice 3

    1414 S Grand Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90015

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    What is Dr. Lau's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548365968.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lau?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lau

    What is Dr. Christopher Lau's specialty?

    Dr. Lau is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Christopher Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Christopher Lau accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Lau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (323) 256-3884 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lau?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (323) 256-3884 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Lau's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Hawthorne, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Lau have?

    Dr. Christopher Lau is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.