DR. CESAR L. LAU O.D.
NPI 1699776203
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Chicago, IL

Active since August 04, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4968 N MILWAUKEE AVE, UNIT 1 S, CHICAGO, IL 60630(773) 283-4053(773) 283-4588 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Cesar L. Lau O.d. NPPES

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

DR. CESAR L. LAU O.D. (NPI 1699776203) is an individual corneal and contact management provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (046-008646) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699776203
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152WC0802X
Provider Legal NameDR. CESAR L. LAUCredential: O.D.
Location Address4968 N MILWAUKEE AVE, UNIT 1 SChicago, IL 60630-2383
Mailing Address4968 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 1 SChicago, IL 60630-2383 · (773) 283-4053 · Fax (773) 283-4588
Fax(773) 283-4588
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIllinois College Of Optometry At ChicagoGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 2008
NPI 1699776203 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOptometrist · Corneal and Contact ManagementEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152WC0802X
License Licensed in IL · 046-008646
Definition

The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.

Also ListedOptometrist · PediatricsTaxonomy 152WP0200X · License 046-008646 (IL)
4968 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60630

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINU43840IL
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified331180IL
Medicare NSC0555710001IL

Accepted Insurance

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. Cesar L. Lau O.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 ID2668440421
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040920000619
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 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.
49 services41 patients
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.
15 services11 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
14 services13 patients
Photography of content of eyes 92285
Photography of the content of eyes, also known as ocular photography, captures detailed images of different parts of the eye. It helps identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. The process is non-invasive and painless.
14 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60630 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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 Cesar Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cesar Lau is 1699776203. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2005.

Where is Cesar Lau located?

Cesar Lau practices at 4968 N Milwaukee Ave Unit 1 S, Chicago, IL 60630. The listed phone number is (773) 283-4053.

What is Cesar Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist, specializing in Corneal and Contact Management, with taxonomy code 152WC0802X.

Is Cesar Lau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cesar 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 Cesar Lau accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 2 other insurers list Cesar 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cesar Lau was last updated on July 11, 2008. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.