Wei Ling Lau, M.D.
NPI 1558572032 · Nephrology Physician · Irvine, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wei Ling Lau, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Irvine, CA (NPI 1558572032).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558572032
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A98505 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
866 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 158 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 129 | $112 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 125 | $87 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 89 | $393 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 64 | $326 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 54 | 20 |
| Lisinopril | 47 | 15 |
| Losartan Potassium | 40 | 13 |
| Furosemide | 39 | 13 |
| Valsartan | 36 | 15 |
| Carvedilol | 34 | 13 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 33 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$214 across 4 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 (1)
- 1501 Superior AveSuite 205Newport Beach, CA 92663-3600Phone: (949) 642-4974Fax: (949) 642-2647
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-25
- Last updated
- 2023-04-10
- Certified
- 2023-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wei Ling Lau's NPI number?
- Wei Ling Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558572032, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wei Ling Lau's specialty?
- Wei Ling Lau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wei Ling Lau located?
- Wei Ling Lau's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Medical Plaza Drive, Irvine, CA 92697-3600.
- What is Wei Ling Lau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wei Ling Lau is (949) 824-8600.
- Does Wei Ling Lau accept Medicare?
- Wei Ling Lau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wei Ling Lau's NPI active?
- Yes — Wei Ling Lau's NPI (1558572032) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.