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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Luu, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Phong Luu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Luu graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Luu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Luu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Luu’s office at (713) 272-2600.
Where did Dr. Luu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Luu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Phong Luu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Luu speak?
Dr. Luu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Luu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Luu 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. Luu. 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:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Phonological Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
- Speech Sound Disorder
- Articulation Disorder
- Sound Production Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
- F800: Phonological disorder
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Speech and Language Developmental Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Atypical speech development
- Unusual language delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- F8089: Other developmental disorders of speech and language
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Luu typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Luu 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. Luu. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Luu accept my insurance?
Dr. Luu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 272-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Luu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Luu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
Community Health Choice
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Luu's office located?
What is Dr. Luu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Luu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376623777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Luu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Luu
What is Dr. Phong Luu's specialty?
Dr. Luu is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Phong Luu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Luu is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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 Phong Luu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Phong Luu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phong Luu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (713) 272-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phong Luu?
Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (713) 272-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phong Luu have?
Dr. Phong Luu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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