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Who is Dr. Lou, Internist in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fremont, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lou graduated from University of Medicine 1 and completed her residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lou is fluent in English, Burmese, and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lou’s office at (510) 796-0222.
Where did Dr. Lou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Inst Of Med I- Yangon- Myanmar | University of Medicine 1
What languages does Dr. Lou speak?
Dr. Lou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lou typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lou 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. Lou. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lou typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lou accept my insurance?
Dr. Lou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 796-0222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lou accept in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Lou in Fremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Lou's office located?
Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou's Primary Practice
2333 Mowry Ave Ste 300
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 796-0222
What is Dr. Lou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477667285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lou
What is Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou's specialty?
Dr. Lou is a Internist near Fremont, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lou is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lay-Hwa Lou accepting new patients in Fremont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lay-Hwa Lou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lou's office at (510) 796-0222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lay-Hwa Lou?
Please contact Dr. Lou's office at (510) 796-0222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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