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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Pulmonologist in Hemet, CA?
Dr. Chong-Ping Lu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hemet, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Lu graduated from National Taiwan University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine Ellis Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (951) 925-7653.
Where did Dr. Lu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine Ellis Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Natl Taiwan Univ Coll Of Med- Taipei- Taiwan | College of Medicine / National Taiwan University | National Taiwan University College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lu board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Chong-Ping 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:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lu typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lu typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Lu 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. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
CPT Codes:
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 925-7653 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Hemet, CA?
Dr. Lu in Hemet, 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
Dr. Chong-Ping Lu's Primary Practice
1000 E Latham Ave Ste E
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 925-7653
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 1013098516.
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. Chong-Ping Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Pulmonologist near Hemet, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Chong-Ping Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, St. Bernardine Medical Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chong-Ping Lu accepting new patients in Hemet, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chong-Ping Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chong-Ping Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (951) 925-7653 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chong-Ping Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (951) 925-7653 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chong-Ping Lu have?
Dr. Chong-Ping Lu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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