Dr. Kwan Nang Lau, MD

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Lau, Surgeon in Egg Harbor Township, NJ?

Dr. Kwan Nang Lau, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Egg Harbor Township, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lau is fluent in English, Chinese, and Japanese, 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.

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

Medical School: State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook

Is Dr. Lau board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Kwan Nang Lau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Lau speak?

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

Chinese
English
Japanese

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lau typically treat?

As a Surgeon, 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:

Intestinal Obstruction
Bowel Obstruction
Blocked Intestines
Gut Blockage

ICD-10 Codes:

K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

Also known as:

Bile Duct Stones
Gallstones
Choledocholithiasis
Biliary duct calculi

ICD-10 Codes:

K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

Also known as:

Gallbladder Inflammation
Gallbladder Disease
Cholecystitis
Inflamed gallbladder
Gallbladder attack

ICD-10 Codes:

K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

Also known as:

Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
Stomach surgery aftercare
Bowel surgery recovery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

Also known as:

Abdominal Pain
Stomach Ache
Belly Pain
Stomach Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lau typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Lau 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. 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:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

Also known as:

Peritoneal Lavage (Abdominal Fluid Wash)
Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
Abdominal Fluid Sampling
Belly Wash Procedure

CPT Codes:

49084: Peritoneal lavage, including imaging guidance, when performed

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
Keyhole Appendectomy
Scope Appendectomy

CPT Codes:

44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

Also known as:

Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
Exploratory Laparoscopy
Abdominal Scope
Peritoneal Biopsy
Omentum Biopsy

CPT Codes:

49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?

Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Egg Harbor Township, NJ?

Dr. Lau in Egg Harbor Township, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Clover Health Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

Dr. Kwan Nang Lau's Primary Practice

2500 English Creek Ave Ste 1200 Fl 2

Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

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Fl Parkinson Pavilion

3401 N Broad St Fl 4

Philadelphia, PA 19140

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Dr. Kwan Nang Lau's Practice 3

701 Ostrum St

Fountain Hill, PA 18015

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What hospitals are Dr. Lau affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Lau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus,Pomona, NJ

Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery

Shore Medical Center,Somers Point, NJ

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional,Cape May Court House, NJ

Ranked in 5 Procedures

Inspira Medical Center Vineland,Vineland, NJ

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 1528212933.

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. Kwan Nang Lau's specialty?

Dr. Lau is a Surgeon near Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Shore Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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

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