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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Joseph Liu, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Liu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (520) 626-9436.
What languages does Dr. Liu speak?
Dr. Liu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Liu treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Liu perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Liu may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Liu's office.
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-9436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Liu in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
What is Dr. Liu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194353144.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liu
What is Dr. Joseph Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Liu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Joseph Liu accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (520) 626-9436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (520) 626-9436 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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