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Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig, MD

San Francisco, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen-Luftig, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen-Luftig graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. Dr. Chen-Luftig is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen-Luftig’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen-Luftig’s office at (415) 353-6000.

    Where did Dr. Chen-Luftig go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chen-Luftig speak?

    Dr. Chen-Luftig and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chen-Luftig treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chen-Luftig 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. Chen-Luftig. 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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Stimulant Abuse
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Stimulant Addiction
    • Problematic Stimulant Use
    • Amphetamine Abuse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1510: Other stimulant abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Poisoning
    • Medication Errors
    • Opioid Overdose
    • Narcotic Poisoning
    • Painkiller Overdose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T402X1A: Poisoning by other opioids, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Accidental Fentanyl Poisoning
    • Unintentional fentanyl overdose
    • Fentanyl toxicity
    • Accidental opioid overdose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T40411A: Poisoning by fentanyl or fentanyl analogs, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Chen-Luftig perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chen-Luftig's office.

    Does Dr. Chen-Luftig accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen-Luftig accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen-Luftig accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Chen-Luftig in San Francisco, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • FirstCarolinaCare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • North East Medical Services

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

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    Where is Dr. Chen-Luftig's office located?

    Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig's Primary Practice

    900 Hyde St

    San Francisco, CA 94109

    (415) 353-6000

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    What is Dr. Chen-Luftig's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chen-Luftig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922022508.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen-Luftig?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen-Luftig

    What is Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig's specialty?

    Dr. Chen-Luftig is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA. 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. Chen-Luftig to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chen-Luftig is affiliated with UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Lucia Chen-Luftig accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen-Luftig's office at (415) 353-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lucia Chen-Luftig?

    Please contact Dr. Chen-Luftig's office at (415) 353-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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