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DR. CHRISTOPHER LAU MD
NPI 1407034374
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in New York, NY

Active since February 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
525 E 68TH ST STE M-404, DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY, NEW YORK, NY 10065(212) 746-5172(646) 962-0106 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher Lau Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER LAU MD (NPI 1407034374) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (250154) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian/queens, and is a graduate of Other (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407034374
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER LAUCredential: MD
Location Address525 E 68TH ST STE M-404, DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERYNew York, NY 10065-4870
Mailing Address525 E 68th St Ste M-404, Department Of Cardiothoracic SurgeryNew York, NY 10065-4870 · (212) 746-5172 · Fax (646) 962-0106
Phone(212) 746-5172
Fax(646) 962-0106
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateFebruary 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJuly 1, 2023
✔ NPI 1407034374 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 250154
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
525 E 68TH ST STE M-404, New York, NY 10065
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Christopher Lau Md 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 ID2163738832
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150826002354
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 9

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
37 services37 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
35 services35 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
31 services31 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
30 services30 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
15 services15 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

New York-Presbyterian/Queens

Acute Care Hospitals · Flushing, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330055
Location56-45 Main StreetFlushing, NY 11355 · Queens County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330101
Location525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10065 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
$198.19 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $49.54 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$906.26 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

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

WILSON THOMAS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
525 E 68TH ST STE M-404
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (212) 746-0341

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 Christopher Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Lau is 1407034374. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 4, 2008.

Where is Christopher Lau located?

Christopher Lau practices at 525 E 68th St Ste M-404 Department Of Cardiothoracic Surgery, New York, NY 10065. The listed phone number is (212) 746-5172.

What is Christopher Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Christopher Lau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher 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.

Is Christopher Lau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Lau is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian/Queens and New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Lau was last updated on July 1, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.