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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lum, Surgeon in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Craig Lum, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lum graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Lum is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lum’s office at (559) 436-8173.
Where did Dr. Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
What languages does Dr. Lum speak?
Dr. Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lum treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lum 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. Lum. 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:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Chronic Ulcer of the Skin (Other Areas)
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock with Muscle Damage
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-pressure ulcer
- Dermal ulcer
- Persistent skin wound
- Chronic sore
- Non-Pressure Buttock Sore
- Persistent Buttock Wound
- Deep Buttock Ulcer
- Muscle-Involved Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L98493: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with necrosis of muscle
- L98413: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with necrosis of muscle
Also known as:
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Allergic eczema
- Itchy skin rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Contact
- Contact Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
What procedures does Dr. Lum perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lum 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. Lum. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Does Dr. Lum accept my insurance?
Dr. Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 436-8173 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lum accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Lum in Bellflower, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
MedImpact
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lum's office located?
What is Dr. Lum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033301940.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lum
What is Dr. Craig Lum's specialty?
Dr. Lum is a Surgeon near Bellflower, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Lum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lum is affiliated with Clovis Community Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Kaweah Health 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
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Is Craig Lum accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Lum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Lum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (559) 436-8173 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Lum?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (559) 436-8173 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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