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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Luu, Gastroenterologist in Durango, CO?
Dr. Sylvester Luu, DO is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Durango, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Luu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Luu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Luu’s office at (571) 231-2015.
What languages does Dr. Luu speak?
Dr. Luu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Luu treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Luu 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. Luu. 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Rectal Bleeding
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K920: Hematemesis
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Which procedures does Dr. Luu perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sylvester Luu may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Luu's office.
Does Dr. Luu accept my insurance?
Dr. Luu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (571) 231-2015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Luu accept in Durango, CO?
Dr. Luu in Durango, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Luu's office located?
Dr. Sylvester Luu's Primary Practice
1010 Three Springs Blvd Ste 270
Durango, CO 81301
(571) 231-2015
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(210) 916-3910
What is Dr. Luu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Luu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730542853.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Luu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Luu
What is Dr. Sylvester Luu's specialty?
Dr. Luu is a Gastroenterologist near Durango, CO. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Luu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sylvester Luu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Luu is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Sylvester Luu accepting new patients in Durango, CO?
Yes, Dr. Sylvester Luu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sylvester Luu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (571) 231-2015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sylvester Luu?
Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (571) 231-2015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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