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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Nu Lu, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (310) 661-2555.
Is Dr. Lu board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nu Lu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lu speak?
Dr. Lu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lu typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lu typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nu Lu may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Lu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 661-2555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Lu in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
Dr. Nu Lu's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 661-2555
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 1710196910.
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. Nu Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Nu Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nu Lu accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nu Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nu Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (310) 661-2555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nu Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (310) 661-2555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nu Lu have?
Dr. Nu Lu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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