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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lau, Hospitalist in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. George Lau, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Los Altos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lau completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lau is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lau’s office at (650) 934-7808.
Where did Dr. Lau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kaiser Permanente Med Center
Medical School: University of Leicester, Sch of Med, Leicester, Uk | University of Leicester School of Medical And Social Care Education
Is Dr. Lau board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. George 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Lau typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brief Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Short-term psychosis
- Acute psychosis
- Temporary mental break
ICD-10 Codes:
- F23: Brief psychotic disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lau typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?
Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 934-7808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Los Altos, CA?
Dr. Lau in Los Altos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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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 1508922857.
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. George Lau's specialty?
Dr. Lau is a Hospitalist near Los Altos, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. George Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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
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Is George Lau accepting new patients in Los Altos, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Lau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Lau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (650) 934-7808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Lau?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (650) 934-7808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Lau have?
Dr. George Lau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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