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Dr. Deirdre Lum, MD

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lum, Gynecologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Deirdre Lum, MD is a Gynecologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lum graduated from University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Medicine. Dr. Lum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lum’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    Where did Dr. Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lum speak?

    Dr. Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Gynecologist like Dr. Lum typically treat?

    As a Gynecologist, Dr. Lum 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. Lum. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Benign Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous soft tissue growth
    • Benign connective tissue tumor
    • Soft tissue mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D219: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Endometriosis
    • Endometrial implants
    • Endometrial tissue outside uterus
    • Retrograde menstruation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N809: Endometriosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Period Pain
    • Menstrual Cramps
    • Dysmenorrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified

    What procedures does a Gynecologist like Dr. Lum typically perform?

    As a Gynecologist, Dr. Lum 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. Lum. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
    • Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
    • Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
    • Peritoneal lesion fulguration
    • Endometriosis removal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Total Hysterectomy with Tube and/or Ovary Removal
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Uterus Removal Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Salpingo-oophorectomy
    • Total Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
    • 58573: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Lining Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endometrial Biopsy
    • Uterine Biopsy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling

    CPT Codes:

    • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Uterine Fibroid Removal
    • Minimally Invasive Myomectomy
    • Laparoscopic Myomectomy
    • Fibroid Excision (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 58545: Laparoscopy, surgical, myomectomy, excision; 1 to 4 intramural myomas with total weight of 250 g or less and/or removal of surface myomas

    Does Dr. Lum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lum accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Lum in Stanford, 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lum's office located?

    Dr. Deirdre Lum's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Deirdre Lum's Practice 2

    900 Blake Wilbur Dr Ste W50

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    What is Dr. Lum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710120530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lum?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lum

    What is Dr. Deirdre Lum's specialty?

    Dr. Lum is a Gynecologist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Gynecologist do?

    A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with gynecologic conditions is dedicated to addressing a wide range of female reproductive health issues.

    Is this Dr. Deirdre Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lum is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Clovis Community 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

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    Is Deirdre Lum accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Deirdre Lum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deirdre Lum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Deirdre Lum?

    Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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