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Dr. Wai Lang Lau, MD

Dr. Wai Lang Lau, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lau, Nephrologist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Wai Lang Lau, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lau completed her residency at University of Massachusetts Medical Center. 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 (352) 273-5357.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Massachusetts Medical Center | Columbia University Medicial Center

    • Residency: University of Massachusetts Medical Center

    • Medical School: State University of New York Health Science Center

    Is Dr. Lau board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Wai Lang 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:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lau treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 1
    • Early Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nephrotic Syndrome
    • Kidney Disease
    • Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
    • Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
    • Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
    • Proteinuria Syndrome
    • Nephrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Pyuria
    • White blood cells in urine
    • Cloudy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8281: Pyuria

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Vasculitis
    • Blood Vessel Inflammation
    • ANCA Vasculitis
    • Angiitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Lau perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wai Lang Lau may include:

    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 (352) 273-5357 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Gainesville, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Wai Lang Lau's Primary Practice

    1600 SW Archer Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 273-5357

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    Dr. Wai Lang Lau's Practice 2

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Dr. Wai Lang Lau's Practice 3

    1549 Gale Lemerand Dr

    Gainesville, FL 32610

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    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 1841207388.

    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. Wai Lang Lau's specialty?

    Dr. Lau is a Nephrologist near Gainesville, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Lau to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wai Lang Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Pen Bay 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

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    Is Wai Lang Lau accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Wai Lang Lau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (352) 273-5357 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wai Lang Lau?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (352) 273-5357 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wai Lang Lau have?

    Dr. Wai Lang Lau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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