Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lau, Endocrinologist in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Helen Lau, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lau graduated from University of California and completed her residency at California Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Lau is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lau’s office at (415) 695-7661.
Where did Dr. Lau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: California Pacific Medical Center
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Lau board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Helen 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 Endocrinologist like Dr. Lau typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Lau typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?
Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 695-7661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Lau in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lau's office located?
Dr. Helen Lau's Primary Practice
1501 Trousdale Dr Ste 215
Burlingame, CA 94010
(415) 695-7661
What is Dr. Lau's NPI number?An 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 1235452871.
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. Helen Lau's specialty?
Dr. Lau is a Endocrinologist near Burlingame, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Helen Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Novato Community 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
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Is Helen Lau accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?
Yes, Dr. Helen Lau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Lau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (415) 695-7661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Lau?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (415) 695-7661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Lau have?
Dr. Helen Lau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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