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Dr. Howard Lau, MD

Anesthesiologist

Colorado Springs, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lau, Anesthesiologist in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Dr. Howard Lau, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lau completed his residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lau is fluent in English, 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 (303) 438-3999.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Creighton University School Of Med

    Is Dr. Lau board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Lau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lau speak?

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

    • English

    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 Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Lau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 438-3999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lau accept in Colorado Springs, CO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • ASR Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Howard Lau's Primary Practice

    1400 E Boulder St # 1183

    Colorado Springs, CO 80909

    (303) 438-3999

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    Dr. Howard Lau's Practice 2

    10101 Ridgegate Pkwy

    Lone Tree, CO 80124

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    Dr. Howard Lau's Practice 3

    8000 E Maplewood Ave Ste 200

    Greenwood Village, CO 80111

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    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 1053304915.

    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. Howard Lau's specialty?

    Dr. Lau is an Anesthesiologist near Colorado Springs, CO.

    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. Howard Lau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lau is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville 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

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    Is Dr. Howard Lau accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?

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

    Does Dr. Howard Lau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (303) 438-3999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Lau's office at (303) 438-3999 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lau's office located?

    Dr. Lau's offices are located in Colorado Springs, CO, Lone Tree, CO, and Greenwood Village, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Lau have?

    Dr. Howard Lau is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.