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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lugo, Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Gustavo Lugo, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Lugo completed his residency at Usc Lac Genl Hospital. Dr. Lugo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lugo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lugo’s office.
Where did Dr. Lugo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Usc Lac Genl Hospital
Is Dr. Lugo board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Lugo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lugo speak?
Dr. Lugo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lugo treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Does Dr. Lugo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lugo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lugo accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Lugo in La Jolla, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Scripps Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Lugo's office located?
What is Dr. Lugo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lugo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912941683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lugo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lugo
What is Dr. Gustavo Lugo's specialty?
Dr. Lugo is a Specialist near La Jolla, CA. Contact Dr. Lugo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gustavo Lugo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lugo is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Green 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Gustavo Lugo accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Lugo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Lugo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Lugo?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gustavo Lugo have?
Dr. Gustavo Lugo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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