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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liu, Surgeon in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Terrence Liu, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Liu completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Liu is fluent in English, Central Khmer, 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 (510) 437-4965.
Where did Dr. Liu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Liu board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Terrence Liu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Liu speak?
Dr. Liu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Central Khmer
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Liu typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Liu typically perform?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Liu in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
Dr. Terrence Liu's Primary Practice
2850 Telegraph Ave Ste 120
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 437-4965
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 1205977345.
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. Terrence Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Surgeon near Berkeley, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Terrence Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center 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 Terrence Liu accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Terrence Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Terrence Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (510) 437-4965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Terrence Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (510) 437-4965 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Terrence Liu have?
Dr. Terrence Liu is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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