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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liu, Pediatrician in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Ruikang Liu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA. Dr. Liu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (800) 243-1455.
What languages does Dr. Liu speak?
Dr. Liu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Liu typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Liu typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 243-1455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Liu in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
Dr. Ruikang Liu's Primary Practice
4256 Hacienda Dr Ste 100
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(800) 243-1455
What is Dr. Liu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821529769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Liu
What is Dr. Ruikang Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Pediatrician near Pleasanton, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ruikang Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Christus Highland Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Ruikang Liu accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ruikang Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruikang Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (800) 243-1455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruikang Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (800) 243-1455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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