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Who is Dr. Liu, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Charles Liu, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Liu completed his residency at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. He is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeon, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Society of University Neurosurgeons, Neurosurgical Society of America, Pituitary Society, American Institute of Chemical Engineers Professional Society, American Chemical Society, American Epilepsy Society, American Society of Functional and Stereotactic Neurosurgery, and Academy of Neurosurgery. Dr. Liu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (323) 442-5720.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Liu?
Dr. Charles Liu, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Liu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Epilepsy, Pituitary Surgery, Pituitary Tumors, Skull Base Tumors & Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Liu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Liu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: LAC+USC Medical Center
Residency: Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Liu board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Charles Liu, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Liu speak?
Dr. Liu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Liu treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
Also known as:
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
Also known as:
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Liu in Los Angeles, 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
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
Dr. Charles Liu's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5720
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Congress of Neurological Surgeon
Member
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Member
Society of University Neurosurgeons
Member
Neurosurgical Society of America
Member
Pituitary Society
Member
American Institute of Chemical Engineers Professional Society
Member
American Chemical Society
Member
American Epilepsy Society
Member
American Society of Functional and Stereotactic Neurosurgery
Member
Academy of Neurosurgery
Member
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
list of America's Top Doctors, compiled by Castle Connolly Medical Lt
CNS Margot Anderson Foundation Fellowship for Brain Restoration Resea
Baxter Scholar,
AANS Young Clinician Investigator Award, American Association of Neur
Honorary Member, Hong Kong Neurosurgical Society, 2005-present
Anspach Research Award for Cerebrovascular Diseases and Cerebral Prot
Honorary Member, Chinese Neurosurgical Society, 2008-present
Michael L. J. Apuzzo Professorship for Advanced Neurosurgery, Keck Sc
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 1568406080.
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. Charles Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Liu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Liu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charles Liu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (323) 442-5720 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (323) 442-5720 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Liu have?
Dr. Charles Liu is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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