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Who is Dr. Lux, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Louis Lux, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lux completed his residency at Univ Fl Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lux is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lux’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lux’s office at (512) 421-4280.
Where did Dr. Lux go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Fl Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Lux board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Louis Lux, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lux speak?
Dr. Lux and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lux typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lux 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. Lux. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lux typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Louis Lux may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Lux's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lux accept my insurance?
Dr. Lux accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 421-4280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lux accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Lux in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lux's office located?
What is Dr. Lux's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407872955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lux?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lux
What is Dr. Louis Lux's specialty?
Dr. Lux is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Austin, TX.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Louis Lux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lux is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Midland Memorial Hospital Main Campus. 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Louis Lux accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Louis Lux is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Lux offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lux's office at (512) 421-4280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Lux?
Please contact Dr. Lux's office at (512) 421-4280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Lux have?
Dr. Louis Lux is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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