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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Liu, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Emerson Liu, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Liu graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Liu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liu’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (412) 359-3457.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Liu?
Dr. Emerson Liu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist 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. Liu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Catheter Ablation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Liu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Liu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Liu board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Emerson Liu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Dr. Liu treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Irregular heart rhythm
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Education and Literacy Problems
- Educational Difficulties
- Literacy Challenges
- Learning Barriers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z558: Other problems related to education and literacy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Employment Problems
- Occupational Health
- Work-Related Issues
- Job Difficulties
- Employment Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5689: Other problems related to employment
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
Which procedures does Dr. Liu perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emerson Liu may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Liu's office.
Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?
Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-3457 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Liu in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Premier
State of West Virginia
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Liu's office located?
Dr. Emerson Liu's Primary Practice
490 E North Ave Ste 500
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 359-3457
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 1689700429.
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. Emerson Liu's specialty?
Dr. Liu is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Pittsburgh, PA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Liu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emerson Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with AHN Allegheny General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Emerson Liu accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Emerson Liu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emerson Liu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (412) 359-3457 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emerson Liu?
Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (412) 359-3457 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emerson Liu have?
Dr. Emerson Liu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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