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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lum, Critical Care Internist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. George Lum, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lum completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lum is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lum’s office at (925) 295-4000.
Where did Dr. Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Lum board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. George Lum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lum speak?
Dr. Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lum treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Lum perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Lum may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lum's office.
Does Dr. Lum accept my insurance?
Dr. Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lum accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Lum in Walnut Creek, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
San Francisco Health Plan
State of California
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Where is Dr. Lum's office located?
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 1629156799.
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. George Lum's specialty?
Dr. Lum is a Critical Care Internist near Walnut Creek, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Lum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center, Antioch Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is George Lum accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. George Lum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Lum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Lum?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (925) 295-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Lum have?
Dr. George Lum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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