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Dr. Lina Hu, MD

Clinical Pathologist, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Shreveport, LA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hu, Clinical Pathologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Lina Hu, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. She has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Hu graduated from Norman Bethune College of Medicine. Dr. Hu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (718) 270-2744.

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

    • Medical School: Hunan Medical University, Xiangya College Of Medicine | Norman Bethune College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hu typically treat?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hu 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. Hu. 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastroduodenitis
    • Inflamed Stomach and Small Intestine
    • Upper GI Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2990: Gastroduodenitis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hu typically perform?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lina Hu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-2744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Hu in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Lina Hu's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (718) 270-2744

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

    Dr. Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841377959.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hu?

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

    What is Dr. Lina Hu's specialty?

    Dr. Hu is a Clinical Pathologist near Shreveport, LA.

    What does a Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Lina Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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

    When to see a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Pathologist. 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 Dr. Lina Hu accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Lina Hu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lina Hu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (718) 270-2744 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lina Hu?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (718) 270-2744 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Hu's office is located in Shreveport, LA.