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Dr. Jesse Lou, MD
Germantown, MD
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lou, Physiatrist in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Jesse Lou, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Germantown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lou is fluent in English and Mandarin, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lou’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lou’s office at (855) 527-7246.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lou?
Dr. Jesse Lou, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lou empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Functional Medicine, Hip Joint Pain, Knee Pain, Minimally Invasive Procedures for Acute and Chronic Pain, Musculoskeletal Medicine, Pain Management, Pain-Back, Head & Neck, Pain-Pelvic, Pain-Shoulder, Pain-Spine, Radiofrequency Ablation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Ultrasound Guided Procedures, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Germantown/MD community, Dr. Lou is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Lou speak?
Dr. Lou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Mandarin
What conditions does Dr. Lou treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lou 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. Lou. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
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
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does Dr. Lou perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lou 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. Lou. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Lou accept my insurance?
Dr. Lou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 527-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lou accept in Germantown, MD?
Dr. Lou in Germantown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Government Employees Health Association
HealthComp
Inland Empire
Medicare
MedStar Health
Mutual of Omaha
State of Colorado
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
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Where is Dr. Lou's office located?
Dr. Jesse Lou's Primary Practice
19851 Observation Dr Ste 360
Germantown, MD 20876
(855) 527-7246
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jesse Lou?
Dr. Lou has appointments available at his Germantown, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Lou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134788953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lou
What is Dr. Jesse Lou's specialty?
Dr. Lou is a Physiatrist near Germantown, MD. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Lou to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jesse Lou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lou is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove 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 Jesse Lou accepting new patients in Germantown, MD?
Yes, Dr. Jesse Lou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jesse Lou offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lou, or call (855) 527-7246 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Jesse Lou?
Please contact Dr. Lou's office at (855) 527-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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