
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liu, Plastic Surgeon in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Yuan Liu, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Marcos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Liu completed his residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Liu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (856) 270-4150.
Where did Dr. Liu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Plastic Surgery - Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT
Residency: Yale-New Haven Hospital
Is Dr. Liu board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Yuan Liu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Liu speak?
Dr. Liu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Liu typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Localized Fat Deposits
- Obesity
- Excess Fat in Specific Areas
- Lipodystrophy
- Regional Adiposity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E65: Localized adiposity
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Liu typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Liu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Forehead Reduction Surgery
- Forehead Contouring
- Frontal Sinus Setback
- Facial Feminization Surgery (Forehead)
CPT Codes:
- 21139: Reduction forehead; contouring and setback of anterior frontal sinus wall
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (856) 270-4150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Liu in San Marcos, 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
Heritage Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
South Jersey Magazine, Top Children's Physician 2012 Reader's Choice
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 1326226002.
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. Yuan Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Plastic Surgeon near San Marcos, CA.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is this Dr. Yuan Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Yuan Liu accepting new patients in San Marcos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yuan Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuan Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (856) 270-4150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuan Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (856) 270-4150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yuan Liu have?
Dr. Yuan Liu is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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