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Dr. Steven Lau, MD

Anesthesiologist

Alhambra, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lau, Anesthesiologist in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Steven Lau, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Alhambra, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Lau graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lau is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, 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 at (626) 458-4774.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation, College of Medicine,San Carlos, Philippines | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California | Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation, College of Medicine,San Carlos, Philippines

    What languages does Dr. Lau speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lau typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lau typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Lau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 458-4774 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Lau in Alhambra, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Steven Lau's Primary Practice

    100 S Raymond Ave

    Alhambra, CA 91801

    (626) 458-4774

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    Dr. Steven Lau's Practice 2

    525 N Garfield Ave

    Monterey Park, CA 91754

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    Dr. Steven Lau's Practice 3

    900 S Atlantic Blvd

    Monterey Park, CA 91754

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lau affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Garfield Medical Center,Monterey Park, CA
    Los Angeles Community Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
    Emanate Health Queen Of The Valley Hospital,West Covina, CA

    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 1447264668.

    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. Steven Lau's specialty?

    Dr. Lau is an Anesthesiologist near Alhambra, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Usc Arcadia 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Steven Lau accepting new patients in Alhambra, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Lau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Lau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (626) 458-4774 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Lau?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (626) 458-4774 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Lau's offices are located in Alhambra, CA and Monterey Park, CA.