DR. KUEN-CHINE LAU O.D.
NPI 1821001645
Optometrist in El Centro, CA

Q: What is Kuen-chine Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kuen-chine Lau is 1821001645. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2006.

Q: What is Kuen-chine Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kuen-chine Lau was last updated on June 26, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.

Active since August 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3451 S DOGWOOD AVE, STE. 1334, EL CENTRO, CA 92243(760) 336-3003(888) 210-5799 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Kuen-chine Lau O.d. NPPES

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

DR. KUEN-CHINE LAU O.D. (NPI 1821001645) is an individual optometrist in El Centro, California, licensed in California (CA11166T) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Southern California College Of Optometry (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821001645

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy152W00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KUEN-CHINE LAUCredential: O.D.

Location Address3451 S DOGWOOD AVE, STE. 1334El Centro, CA 92243-7906

Mailing Address3451 S Dogwood Ave, Ste. 1334El Centro, CA 92243-7906 · (760) 336-3003 · Fax (888) 210-5799

Phone(760) 336-3003

Fax(888) 210-5799

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern California College Of OptometryGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateAugust 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 2012

✔ NPI 1821001645 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers

Taxonomy Code152W00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · CA11166T

Definition

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.

3451 S DOGWOOD AVE, El Centro, CA 92243

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma 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. Kuen-chine 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 ID6901073170

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120112000059

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.

Photography of the retina 92250

Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92243 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

$134.04 typical visit price

range $58.90 – $176.72

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.72 – $44.18)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$73.20 typical visit price

range $19.28 – $144.68

Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.82 – $36.17)

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 3

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

IMPERIAL VALLEY OPTOMETRIC CORPORATION

Optometrist

3451 S DOGWOOD AVE, STE.1334
EL CENTRO, CA 92243

Imperial County (760) 336-3003

DR. MAY C TAM O.D.

Optometrist

3451 S DOGWOOD AVE, STE. 1334
EL CENTRO, CA 92243

Imperial County (760) 336-3003

DR. HENRY C. LIN O.D.

Optometrist

3451 S DOGWOOD AVE, STE. 1334
EL CENTRO, CA 92243

Imperial County (760) 336-3003

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 Kuen-chine Lau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kuen-chine Lau is 1821001645. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2006.

Where is Kuen-chine Lau located?

Kuen-chine Lau practices at 3451 S Dogwood Ave Ste. 1334, El Centro, CA 92243. The listed phone number is (760) 336-3003.

What is Kuen-chine Lau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Kuen-chine Lau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kuen-chine 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 Kuen-chine 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 1 other insurer list Kuen-chine 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 Kuen-chine Lau was last updated on June 26, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.