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Dr. Ping Lu, MD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Latham, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lu, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Latham, NY?

    Dr. Ping Lu, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Latham, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (518) 262-5149.

    Is Dr. Lu board certified as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ping Lu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine , American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Lu speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lu typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lu 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. Lu. 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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Bone structure problem
    • Low bone density
    • Bone mineral density disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8588: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, other site

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lu typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lu. 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:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-5149 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Latham, NY?

    Dr. Lu in Latham, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Gulf Health Plans

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lu's office located?

    Dr. Ping Lu's Primary Practice

    711 Troy Schenectady Rd

    Latham, NY 12110

    (518) 262-5149

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    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Dr. Ping Lu's Practice 3

    813 Warren St

    Hudson, NY 12534

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

    Dr. Lu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144393265.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lu?

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

    What is Dr. Ping Lu's specialty?

    Dr. Lu is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Latham, NY.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

    Is Dr. Ping Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Ping Lu accepting new patients in Latham, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ping Lu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ping Lu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (518) 262-5149 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ping Lu?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (518) 262-5149 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lu's office located?

    Dr. Lu's offices are located in Latham, NY, Albany, NY, and Hudson, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ping Lu have?

    Dr. Ping Lu is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine and American Board of Pathology.