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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Nephrologist in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Charles Lu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Fontana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (909) 427-3910.
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 Dr. Lu treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Nephritic Syndrome with Membranous Kidney Filter Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Glomerular Disease
- Kidney Inflammation Syndrome
- Membranous Glomerulonephritis
- Membranous Nephritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N052: Unspecified nephritic syndrome with diffuse membranous glomerulonephritis
Also known as:
- History of Other Urinary System Disease
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Past bladder problems
- Previous kidney conditions
- History of urinary tract issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87448: Personal history of other diseases of urinary system
Which procedures does Dr. Lu perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Lu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lu's office.
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 427-3910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Lu in Fontana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
What is Dr. Lu's NPI number?An 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 1457409435.
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. Charles Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Nephrologist near Fontana, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Lu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 Charles Lu accepting new patients in Fontana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (909) 427-3910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (909) 427-3910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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