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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Internist in Tullahoma, TN?
Dr. Ma Lu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tullahoma, TN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lu is fluent in English, Filipino, Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (931) 967-8190.
What languages does Dr. Lu speak?
Dr. Lu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Lu treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bed Sore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97511: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
- Varicose Veins
- Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
- Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Leg Cut
- Left Leg Tear
- Left Lower Leg Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81812D: Laceration without foreign body, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
What procedures does Dr. Lu perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Lu 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Small Burn Treatment
- Muscle Debridement
- Burns
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burn Debridement
- Minor Burn Dressing
- Small Burn Wound Care
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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)
- 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 967-8190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Tullahoma, TN?
Dr. Lu in Tullahoma, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
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 1578756912.
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. Ma Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Internist near Tullahoma, TN.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Lu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ma Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with South Tennessee Regional Health System Sewanee, Huntsville Hospital 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 Ma Lu accepting new patients in Tullahoma, TN?
Yes, Dr. Ma Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ma Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (931) 967-8190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ma Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (931) 967-8190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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