16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lu, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Charles Lu, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Mandarin, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (858) 573-1504.
Where did Dr. Lu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca
Is Dr. Lu board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lu speak?
Dr. Lu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Mandarin
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Lu typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Lu typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Lu may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Lu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 573-1504 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lu in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Central Health
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
Dr. Charles Lu's Primary Practice
9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 573-1504
Southern Cal Permanente Medical Group Cardiology D
10800 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA 92505
What is Dr. Lu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275796963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lu
What is Dr. Charles Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Charles Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Lu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (858) 573-1504 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (858) 573-1504 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Lu have?
Dr. Charles Lu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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