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DR. JAMES N LAU M.D.
NPI 1487632261
Surgery in Maywood, IL

Active since January 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2160 S 1ST AVE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153(708) 216-9000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James N Lau M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES N LAU M.D. (NPI 1487632261) is an individual surgery provider in Maywood, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036153760) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487632261
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES N LAUCredential: M.D.
Location Address2160 S 1ST AVEMaywood, IL 60153-3328
Mailing Address2160 S 1st AveMaywood, IL 60153-3328 · (708) 216-9000
Phone(708) 216-9000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJanuary 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 2021
NPPES CertifiedApril 19, 2021
✔ NPI 1487632261 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 036153760✔ Licensed in CA · A95115
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License A95115 (CA)
2160 S 1ST AVE, Maywood, IL 60153
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid100503321NV

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Oscar Insurance Company.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. James N 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 ID9234117425
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250618000613
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

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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
20 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Loyola University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Maywood, IL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140276
Location2160 S 1st AvenueMaywood, IL 60153 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260048
Location2301 Holmes StreetKansas City, MO 64108 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60153 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
$94.06 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.80 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $18.70 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

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.

ANITA OZA NAGAMINE M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (708) 216-9000
DR. BRYCE ANDREW PASCHOLD D.P.M.
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (708) 216-4254
DR. ANTONIO HERNANDO IGLESIAS M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (708) 216-9000
IAN CHARLES MCCOMB
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (708) 216-9000
JAMES WU D.O.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (708) 216-9000
PAIGE T SONG MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (888) 584-7888
ELIZABETH CHO
Orthopaedic Surgery
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (708) 216-1274
DR. CATHRYN T SAWALSKI DO, MBA
Internal Medicine
2160 S 1ST AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Cook County (888) 584-7888

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 James Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Lau is 1487632261. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 3, 2006.

Where is James Lau located?

James Lau practices at 2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153. The listed phone number is (708) 216-9000.

What is James Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is James Lau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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 James Lau accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and Oscar Insurance Company list James 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 James Lau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Lau is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center and Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Lau was last updated on April 19, 2021. 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.