Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lum, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Helen Lum, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Lum completed her residency at Internal Medicine. Dr. Lum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lum’s office at (210) 450-6007.
Where did Dr. Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lum speak?
Dr. Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lum typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lum typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Lum may include:
Please contact Dr. Lum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lum accept my insurance?
Dr. Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-6007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lum accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lum in San Antonio, 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 Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lum's office located?
Dr. Helen Lum's Primary Practice
8300 Floyd Curl Dr Fl 1
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-6007
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 1851449029.
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. Helen Lum's specialty?
Dr. Lum is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Helen Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lum is affiliated with Ummc Grenada Hospital 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Helen Lum accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Helen Lum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Lum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (210) 450-6007 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Lum?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (210) 450-6007 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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