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Dr. Marcus Lum, MD

La Mirada, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lum, Family Medicine Specialist in La Mirada, CA?

    Dr. Marcus Lum, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Lum graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Presby Intercomm Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Lum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lum’s office at (562) 902-3000.

    Where did Dr. Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Presby Intercomm Hosp, Family Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Lum board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Marcus Lum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lum speak?

    Dr. Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lum typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lum typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marcus Lum may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 902-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lum accept in La Mirada, CA?

    Dr. Lum in La Mirada, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lum's office located?

    Dr. Marcus Lum's Primary Practice

    15625 Imperial Hwy

    La Mirada, CA 90638

    (562) 902-3000

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    What is Dr. Lum's NPI number?A 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 1003839242.

    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. Marcus Lum's specialty?

    Dr. Lum is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Mirada, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Marcus Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lum is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Marcus Lum accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Marcus Lum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marcus Lum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (562) 902-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marcus Lum?

    Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (562) 902-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lum's office located?

    Dr. Lum's office is located in La Mirada, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marcus Lum have?

    Dr. Marcus Lum is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.