Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Kenneth Lau, MD

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · San Diego, CA

  • NPI 1538458724
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 79.2 / 100 · 2023
  • 15 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
3626 Ruffin RD
San Diego, CA 921231810
(858) 565-9666
fax (858) 565-9441

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
March 2011 — 15 yrs on file
Profile last updated
October 2, 2015
Year of graduation
2011 — 15 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #A122425

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538458724. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
248
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$43,173
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
00142 Anesthesia for lens surgery 61 61 $130
01402 Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 22 22 $331
00670 Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 21 21 $629
64447 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 21 21 $63
64415 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 20 20 $71
00731 Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 19 18 $171
76937 Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 17 16 $14
00811 Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 15 15 $166
36620 Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 15 15 $45
01810 Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 13 13 $121

In context: peer comparison

Among 160 peers in San Diego Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 24. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Kenneth Lau's medical specialty?
Dr. Kenneth Lau practices Anesthesiology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Kenneth Lau practice?
Dr. Kenneth Lau practices at 3626 Ruffin RD, San Diego, CA 921231810. Office phone: 8585659666.
What is Dr. Kenneth Lau's NPI?
Dr. Kenneth Lau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538458724, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kenneth Lau accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth Lau accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kenneth Lau commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement (HCPCS 01402); Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine (HCPCS 00670). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.