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20 Years of Experience
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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. 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 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen-Luftig typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chen-Luftig typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucia Chen-Luftig may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Chen-Luftig's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
North East Medical Services
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
Unknown
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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
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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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 - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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