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Dr. Linda Liau, MD

Dr. Linda Liau, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liau, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Linda Liau, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Liau graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Liau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liau’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liau’s office at (310) 825-5111.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Liau?

    Dr. Linda Liau, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Liau empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Brain Tumors-Metastatic, Gliomas, Meningioma, Neuro-Oncology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Liau is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Stanford University School Med,Standford, Ca, Usa | Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Liau board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Liau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Liau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Liau treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Liau 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. Liau. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
    • Brain Tumor Affecting Multiple Areas
    • Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor
    • Temporal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
    • Widespread Brain Cancer
    • Multifocal Brain Tumor
    • Diffuse Brain Neoplasm
    • Frontal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
    • C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
    • C718: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of brain
    • C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S069XAA: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Does Dr. Liau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Cigna

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Universal Health Care

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    Where is Dr. Liau's office located?

    Dr. Linda Liau's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 825-5111

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    Dr. Linda Liau's Practice 2

    300 Medical Plz 400

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Linda Liau's Practice 3

    300 Stein Plz Ste 420

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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

    Dr. Liau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861417834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liau?

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

    What is Dr. Linda Liau's specialty?

    Dr. Liau is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Liau to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Linda Liau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Liau is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

    Explore Neurosurgeon with 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 Linda Liau accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Liau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Linda Liau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liau's office at (310) 825-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Linda Liau?

    Please contact Dr. Liau's office at (310) 825-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Liau have?

    Dr. Linda Liau is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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