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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liu, Surgeon in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Samuel Liu, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Antioch, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Liu completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Liu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (925) 756-1192.
Where did Dr. Liu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Liu board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Liu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Liu speak?
Dr. Liu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Liu treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Which procedures does Dr. Liu perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Samuel Liu may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Liu's office.
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 756-1192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Liu in Antioch, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Contra Costa
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
What is Dr. Liu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790863884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liu
What is Dr. Samuel Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Surgeon near Antioch, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Liu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center 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 Samuel Liu accepting new patients in Antioch, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (925) 756-1192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (925) 756-1192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Liu have?
Dr. Samuel Liu is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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