Dr. Veronica Lao, MD
Anesthesiology
17+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
6 locations
University Health System
4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, Texas, 78229
(210) 358-2637
University Of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio
4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, Texas, 78229
(210) 358-4000
Community Medicine Associates
4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, Texas, 78229
(210) 358-2015
Community Medicine Associates
4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, Texas, 78229
Community Medicine Associates
4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, Texas, 78229
(210) 358-5437
About Dr. Veronica Lao
Veronica Lao, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in San Antonio, TX.
Specialty Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
17
Years Experience
6
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
AnesthesiologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
Class of 2009
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| Texas | P6207 | Anesthesiology |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Veronica Lao
With 17 years of practice, Dr. Veronica Lao is an established anesthesiology provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 2009. Dr. currently practices across 6 facilities, including University Health System in San Antonio, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558505271, 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. Veronica Lao as a moderate-volume anesthesiology provider, treating approximately 1K Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 1K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates balanced experience across typical Medicare conditions.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Veronica Lao received $221 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
$221
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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Anesthesiology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 78229
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Veronica Lao
What does Dr. Veronica Lao specialize in?
Dr. Veronica Lao specializes in Anesthesiology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Dr. Veronica Lao practice?
Dr. Veronica Lao practices at University Health System in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. is also affiliated with 5 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Veronica Lao accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Veronica Lao accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 1K Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Veronica Lao's NPI number?
Dr. Veronica Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558505271. 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. Veronica Lao been practicing?
Dr. Veronica Lao has approximately 17 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 2009.