Stephen Lau
NPI 1245751098 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hammond, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Lau is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hammond, LA (NPI 1245751098).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245751098
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 339345 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,425 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 388 | $114 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 268 | $81 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 176 | $33 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 146 | $57 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 127 | $136 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 100 | $25 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 760 | 220 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 320 | 84 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 311 | 86 |
| Timolol Maleate | 163 | 62 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 129 | 83 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 116 | 34 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 93 | 29 |
| Netarsudil Mesylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$459 across 11 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (3)
- 1650 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10457-7606Phone: (718) 960-1216
- 2590 Frisby AveBronx, NY 10461-3240Phone: (718) 409-9400
- 11100 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44106-1716Phone: (216) 593-5500
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-07-02
- Last updated
- 2026-02-26
- Certified
- 2026-02-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Lau's NPI number?
- Stephen Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245751098, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Lau's specialty?
- Stephen Lau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Lau located?
- Stephen Lau's practice location on file with NPPES is 17170 S I 12 Service Rd, Hammond, LA 70403-2408.
- What is Stephen Lau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Lau is (985) 375-1111.
- Does Stephen Lau accept Medicare?
- Stephen Lau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Lau's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Lau's NPI (1245751098) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.