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Dr. Lei Lu
Fletcher, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Fletcher, NC?
Dr. Lei Lu is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Fletcher, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (828) 483-4438.
What languages does Dr. Lu speak?
Dr. Lu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Lu typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Lu typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 483-4438 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Fletcher, NC?
Dr. Lu in Fletcher, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1255954194.
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. Lei Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Fletcher, NC.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist do?
A neurologist, child neurologist, or psychiatrist specializing in the care of patients with acute, chronic, or cancer-related pain provides expert treatment in both hospital and outpatient settings. Serving as either a primary physician or consultant, they deliver comprehensive care, often coordinating with other specialists to address the complex needs of these patients.
Is this Dr. Lei Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Unc Health Pardee, Adventhealth Hendersonville 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 Lei Lu accepting new patients in Fletcher, NC?
Yes, Dr. Lei Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lei Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (828) 483-4438 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lei Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (828) 483-4438 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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