William Liu, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: RHEUMATOLOGY
William Liu, M.D. has been part of the Redondo Beach medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine graduate since 1979, he brings 47+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 1846dNPPES updated 2021-04-16 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 103, Redondo Beach, CA 90277-3033
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better18.47%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)
18.47% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
282
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
564
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,562
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $610k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$594 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to William Liu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 15, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (Class of 1979)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190098
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With William Liu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with William Liu for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Redondo Beach required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Liu
NPI records show Dr. Liu as active with telehealth listed in Redondo Beach, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 376-8816.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact William Liu
Practice Location
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 103, Redondo Beach, CA 90277-3033
Mailing Address
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 103, Redondo Beach, CA 90277-3033
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