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Who is Dr. Lou, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Valerie Lou, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lou’s office at (585) 275-9555.
What languages does Dr. Lou speak?
Dr. Lou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lou treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Lou perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Valerie Lou may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lou's office.
Does Dr. Lou accept my insurance?
Dr. Lou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 275-9555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lou accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Lou in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health
Medicare
Peak
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Lou's office located?
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 1023376001.
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. Valerie Lou's specialty?
Dr. Lou is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rochester, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Lou to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Valerie Lou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Strong Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Valerie Lou accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Valerie Lou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valerie Lou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lou's office at (585) 275-9555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valerie Lou?
Please contact Dr. Lou's office at (585) 275-9555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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