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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lau, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Stanley Lau, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lau graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Massachusetts Program. Dr. Lau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lau’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lau’s office at (617) 636-8100.
Where did Dr. Lau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Massachusetts Program
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lau speak?
Dr. Lau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lau treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease with Rectal Bleeding
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease with GI Bleeding', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Bleeding', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Rectal Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K50811: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with rectal bleeding
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Allergic Stomach and Colon Inflammation
- Food Allergy
- Gastroenteritis
- Food Allergy Gastroenteritis
- Diet-Related Colitis
- Allergic Enterocolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5229: Other allergic and dietetic gastroenteritis and colitis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Malabsorption Due to Intolerance
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Food Intolerance Malabsorption
- Digestive Intolerance
- Nutrient Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9049: Malabsorption due to intolerance, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Which procedures does Dr. Lau perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stanley Lau may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lau's office.
Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?
Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Lau in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Boston Medical Center
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Lau's office located?
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 1457798027.
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. Stanley Lau's specialty?
Dr. Lau is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Worcester, MA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Lau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stanley Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Stanley Lau accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Stanley Lau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stanley Lau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (617) 636-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stanley Lau?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (617) 636-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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