Dr. Wai Lau, MD
General Surgery
12+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Wai Lau
Wai Lau, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Somers Point, NJ.
Specialty 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.
12
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine
Class of 2014
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 25MA10628700 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Wai Lau
With 12 years of practice, Dr. Wai Lau is an established general surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine in 2014. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457761595, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Wai Lau as a lower-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 221 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 416 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Wai Lau received $676 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$676
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 10467
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Wai Lau
What does Dr. Wai Lau specialize in?
Dr. Wai Lau specializes in General Surgery.
Where does Dr. Wai Lau practice?
Dr. Wai Lau practices at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Wai Lau accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Wai Lau accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 221 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Wai Lau's NPI number?
Dr. Wai Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457761595. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Wai Lau been practicing?
Dr. Wai Lau has approximately 12 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine in 2014.