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Dr. Louis Lux, MD

Dr. Louis Lux, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

    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.

    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:

    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

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    Where is Dr. Lux's office located?

    Dr. Louis Lux's Primary Practice

    805 W 37th St

    Austin, TX 78705

    (512) 421-4280

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    Dr. Louis Lux's Practice 2

    12221 Renfert Way Ste 120

    Austin, TX 78758

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    Dr. Louis Lux's Practice 3

    2410 Round Rock Ave Ste 150

    Round Rock, TX 78681

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lux affiliated with?

    Dr. Lux has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Midland Memorial Hospital Main Campus,Midland, TX

    What is Dr. Lux's NPI number?A 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 Dr. Louis Lux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. 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 Dr. Louis Lux?

    Please contact Dr. Lux's office at (512) 421-4280 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lux's office located?

    Dr. Lux's offices are located in Austin, TX and Round Rock, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Lux have?

    Dr. Louis Lux is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.