Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Pediatrician in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Helen Lu is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Lu graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (415) 391-9686.
Where did Dr. Lu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lu board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Helen Lu is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lu speak?
Dr. Lu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Which conditions does Dr. Lu treat as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by a Dr. Helen Lu may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Lu's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Which procedures does Dr. Lu perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Helen Lu may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lu's office.
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 391-9686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lu in San Francisco, 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
Chinese Community Health Plan
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Health Plan of San Mateo
North East Medical Services
San Francisco Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
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 1649347816.
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. Helen Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Pediatrician near San Francisco, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Lu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Helen Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Helen Lu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Helen Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (415) 391-9686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (415) 391-9686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Lu have?
Dr. Helen Lu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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