18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taw, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Is Dr. Taw board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Taw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taw speak?
Dr. Taw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Taw typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Taw 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. Taw. 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:
- Neck Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Neck Muscle
- Neck Tendon Strain
- Neck Fascia Strain
- Chronic Neck Strain
- Long-term Neck Muscle Pain
- Neck Tendon Strain After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXD: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, subsequent encounter
- S161XXS: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, sequela
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Muscle Strain
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Back fascia strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Taw typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Taw performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Taw. 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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Acupuncture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
Does Dr. Taw accept my insurance?
Dr. Taw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taw accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Taw in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Taw's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Taw's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 794-7171
Dr. Lawrence Taw's Practice 3
501 Deep Valley Dr Ste 100
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
What hospitals are Dr. Taw affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Taw has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Taw's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548291180.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taw
What is Dr. Lawrence Taw's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.