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DR. BRIAN CHEI-FAI LAU M.D.
NPI 1154610327
Orthopaedic Surgery in Stanford, CA

Active since March 28, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 PASTEUR DR, STANFORD, CA 94305(650) 723-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 30, 2020, Aug 16, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Brian Chei-fai Lau M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. BRIAN CHEI-FAI LAU M.D. (NPI 1154610327) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Stanford, California, licensed in California (A132046) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154610327
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN CHEI-FAI LAUCredential: M.D.
Location Address300 PASTEUR DRStanford, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address3475 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705-0005 · (919) 684-1760
Phone(650) 723-4000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 30, 2020
✔ NPI 1154610327 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A132046
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
300 PASTEUR DR, Stanford, CA 94305
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Brian Chei-fai Lau M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2264725423
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200212000434
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
103 services82 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
74 services66 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
28 services28 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
19 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340155
Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94305 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$106.47 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $26.61 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$86.56 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$83.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

PRISTA CHARUWORN MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 PASTEUR DR, ALWAY BUILD M211, MC 5187
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-6661
ANDREW CHARLES PICEL M.D
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
MATTHEW A WRIGHT M.D. PH.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
DR. QUAZI ZUBAIR AL-TARIQ M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
ANGIE DEE MURKINS NP
Nurse Practitioner
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
DR. JAMSHID GHAJAR MD PHD
Neurological Surgery
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000
SARA BAKHTARY M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
300 PASTEUR DR, LANE 235
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-5252
YU KUANG LAI MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Santa Clara County (650) 723-4000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Brian Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Lau is 1154610327. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2011.

Where is Brian Lau located?

Brian Lau practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305. The listed phone number is (650) 723-4000.

What is Brian Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Brian Lau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Lau is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Brian Lau accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Brian Lau as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Brian Lau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brian Lau is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Lau was last updated on October 30, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.