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DR. KUOK WAH LAU M.D.
NPI 1659455889
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Syosset, NY

Active since October 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
575 UNDERHILL BLVD., SUITE 179, SYOSSET, NY 11791(516) 938-2877(516) 933-3838 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 24, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Kuok Wah Lau M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KUOK WAH LAU M.D. (NPI 1659455889) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Syosset, New York, licensed in New York (162763) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, and is a graduate of State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659455889
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KUOK WAH LAUCredential: M.D.
Location Address575 UNDERHILL BLVD., SUITE 179Syosset, NY 11791-3417
Mailing Address575 Underhill Blvd., Suite 179Syosset, NY 11791-3417 · (516) 938-2877 · Fax (516) 933-3838
Phone(516) 938-2877
Fax(516) 933-3838
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSState University Of New York Downstate Medical CenterGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 24, 2016
✔ NPI 1659455889 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 162763
Definition

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

575 UNDERHILL BLVD., Syosset, NY 11791
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. George Kuok Lau M.d.

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified70F601NY
Medicare UPIND46885NY

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. Kuok Wah 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 ID8729029004
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050517000601
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 5

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, 20-29 minutes 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.
585 services198 patients
Management of oxygen chamber therapy 99183
Oxygen chamber therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized room or tube. It's used to treat various conditions like wounds that won't heal due to diabetes or radiation injury. In this therapy, your body's tissues get more oxygen to promote healing and fight infection.
77 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes 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.
42 services42 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
37 services20 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
32 services29 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

North Shore University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Manhasset, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330106
Location300 Community DriveManhasset, NY 11030 · Nassau County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Plainview Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Plainview, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330331
Location888 Old Country RoadPlainview, NY 11803 · Nassau County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 11791 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
$154.28 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $38.57 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$83.44 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $20.86 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

91.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.92
Promoting Interoperability91.67
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
15%884 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
14%1,298 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
1%958 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
81%3,830 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%400 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
41%1,780 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
86%829 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 314 patients
1%314 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches A4452
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers17 claims1,060 services$0.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Wound care set, for negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, includes all supplies and accessories A6550
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims125 services$21.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims100 services$6.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, stationary or portable E2402
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$574.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Kuok Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kuok Lau is 1659455889. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2006.

Where is Kuok Lau located?

Kuok Lau practices at 575 Underhill Blvd. Suite 179, Syosset, NY 11791. The listed phone number is (516) 938-2877.

What is Kuok Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Kuok Lau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kuok 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 Kuok Lau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kuok Lau is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital and Plainview Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kuok Lau was last updated on February 24, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.