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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lua, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Trenton, GA?
Dr. Alfred Lua, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Trenton, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Lua is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lua’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lua’s office at (706) 956-2665.
Is Dr. Lua board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Lua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lua speak?
Dr. Lua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lua typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lua 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. Lua. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lua typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lua 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. Lua. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Lua accept my insurance?
Dr. Lua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 956-2665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lua accept in Trenton, GA?
Dr. Lua in Trenton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lua's office located?
What is Dr. Lua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790913002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lua
What is Dr. Alfred Lua's specialty?
Dr. Lua is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Trenton, GA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Alfred Lua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lua is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Alfred Lua accepting new patients in Trenton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Lua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Lua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lua's office at (706) 956-2665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Lua?
Please contact Dr. Lua's office at (706) 956-2665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Lua have?
Dr. Alfred Lua is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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