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Dr. Christine Lau, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Forest Hills, NY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lau, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Christine Lau, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Lau graduated from Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores' and completed her residency at Maimonides Medical Center Program. Dr. Lau is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (516) 570-2436.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Del Noreste | University of The Northeast / School of Medicine | Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores'

    Is Dr. Lau board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Lau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lau speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lau typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lau typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine 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 (516) 570-2436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Lau in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Christine Lau's Primary Practice

    10201 66th Rd

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (516) 570-2436

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    Dr. Christine Lau's Practice 2

    27005 76th Ave

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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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 1841388501.

    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. Christine Lau's specialty?

    Dr. Lau is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Forest Hills, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Christine Lau accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Christine Lau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (516) 570-2436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (516) 570-2436 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Lau's offices are located in Forest Hills, NY and New Hyde Park, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Lau have?

    Dr. Christine Lau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.