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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lau, Rheumatologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Richard Lau, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lau’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lau’s office at (408) 851-5145.
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 Rheumatologist, 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0580: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
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:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Erosive Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Erosive Arthritis
- Inflammatory Osteoarthritis
- Destructive Joint Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M154: Erosive (osteo)arthritis
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Which procedures does Dr. Lau perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Lau may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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 (408) 851-5145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Lau in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dignity Health / Catholic Health West
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1568789048.
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. Richard Lau's specialty?
Dr. Lau is a Rheumatologist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Lau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Richard Lau accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (408) 851-5145 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lau?
Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (408) 851-5145 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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