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Who is Dr. Lugo, Critical Care Surgeon in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Brian Lugo, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lugo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lugo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lugo’s office.
What languages does Dr. Lugo speak?
Dr. Lugo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lugo treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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.
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Umbilical Hernia
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Lugo perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Lugo may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lugo's office.
Does Dr. Lugo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lugo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lugo accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Lugo in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lugo's office located?
What is Dr. Lugo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lugo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497911804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lugo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lugo
What is Dr. Brian Lugo's specialty?
Dr. Lugo is a Critical Care Surgeon near Pasadena, CA. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Lugo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Lugo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lugo is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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
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Is Brian Lugo accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Lugo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Lugo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Lugo?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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