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Dr. Karen Au, MD

Rheumatologist

Los Angeles, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Au, Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Karen Au, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Au completed her residency at University Of Pittsburgh Med Center. Dr. Au is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Au’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Au’s office at (310) 794-6553.

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

    • Residency: University Of Pittsburgh Med Center

    Is Dr. Au board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Au, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Au speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Au typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Au 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. Au. 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:

    • Lupus
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Au typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Au may include:

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

    Does Dr. Au accept my insurance?

    Dr. Au accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-6553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Au in Los Angeles, 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Au's office located?

    Dr. Karen Au's Primary Practice

    4733 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (310) 794-6553

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    Rehab

    1000 Veteran Ave Bldg 32-59

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

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    Dr. Karen Au's Practice 3

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365B

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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

    Dr. Au's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144478306.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Au?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Au's specialty?

    Dr. Au is a Rheumatologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Karen Au affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Au is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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. Karen Au accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Au is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Au offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Au's office at (310) 794-6553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Au?

    Please contact Dr. Au's office at (310) 794-6553 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Au's office located?

    Dr. Au's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Au have?

    Dr. Karen Au is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.