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Dr. George Lu, MD
Kansas City, MO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lu, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. George Lu, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Lu completed his residency at Summa Health System, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (816) 541-2700.
Where did Dr. Lu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Summa Health System, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Summa Hlth System-Akron City Hosp
Is Dr. Lu board certified as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. George Lu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Lu speak?
Dr. Lu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lu treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Short Cervix During Pregnancy
- Cervix Disorder
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Shortened cervix
- Cervical insufficiency
- Incompetent cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- O26872: Cervical shortening, second trimester
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervical Incompetence in Mid-Pregnancy
- Cervix Disorder
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Incompetent Cervix (Mid-Pregnancy)
- Weak Cervix (Second Trimester)
- Cervical Insufficiency (Mid-Pregnancy)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O3432: Maternal care for cervical incompetence, second trimester
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09893: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
What procedures does Dr. Lu perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Vaginal Cervical Cerclage
- Cervical Stitch (Vaginal)
- Vaginal Cerclage during Pregnancy
- Cervix Strengthening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 59320: Cerclage of cervix, during pregnancy; vaginal
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 541-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Lu in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
90 Degree Benefits
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Premier
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lu's office located?
Dr. George Lu's Primary Practice
1201 NW Briarcliff Pkwy Ste 310
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 541-2700
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 1083613061.
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. George Lu's specialty?
Dr. Lu is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, MO. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Lu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 George Lu accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. George Lu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Lu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (816) 541-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Lu?
Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (816) 541-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Lu have?
Dr. George Lu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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