Eric Lau, D.O.
NPI 1891182465 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Palo Alto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Lau, D.O. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Palo Alto, CA (NPI 1891182465).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891182465
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20A15311 (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
11 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
2,798 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 579 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 363 | $215 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 296 | $84 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 236 | $176 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 187 | $20 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, Each Additional Hour |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 60 | 19 |
| Acyclovir | 51 | 13 |
| Olanzapine | 34 | 11 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 34 | 25 |
| Dexamethasone | 24 | 13 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 22 | — |
| Anastrozole | 21 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$162 across 1 record (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)
- 300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305Phone: (650) 723-4000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-22
- Last updated
- 2023-09-29
- Certified
- 2023-09-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Lau's NPI number?
- Eric Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891182465, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Lau's specialty?
- Eric Lau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Lau located?
- Eric Lau's practice location on file with NPPES is 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2302.
- What is Eric Lau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Lau is (650) 853-2905.
- Does Eric Lau accept Medicare?
- Eric Lau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Lau's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Lau's NPI (1891182465) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.