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Dr. Hung Sheng Lu, MD

Anesthesiologist

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lu, Anesthesiologist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Hung Sheng Lu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lu completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Anesthesiology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, General Surgery. Dr. Lu is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (602) 262-8900.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Anesthesiology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Fac De Cien Med Da Santa Casa De Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Sp, Brazil | Faculty of Medical Science of Santa Casa of Sao Paulo

    Is Dr. Lu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hung Sheng Lu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lu speak?

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

    • English
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lu typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Portal hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Liver Disease
    • High blood pressure in the portal vein
    • Liver portal pressure
    • Elevated portal venous pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K766: Portal hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lu typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hung Sheng Lu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 262-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Lu in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lu's office located?

    Dr. Hung Sheng Lu's Primary Practice

    1111 E McDowell Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85006

    (602) 262-8900

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    Dr. Hung Sheng Lu's Practice 2

    645 E Missouri Ave Ste 300

    Phoenix, AZ 85012

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    Dr. Hung Sheng Lu's Practice 3

    4710 N 44th St

    Phoenix, AZ 85018

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    What is Dr. Lu's NPI number?A 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 1144212614.

    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. Hung Sheng Lu's specialty?

    Dr. Lu is an Anesthesiologist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Hung Sheng Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley 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

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    Is Dr. Hung Sheng Lu accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Hung Sheng Lu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hung Sheng Lu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (602) 262-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hung Sheng Lu?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (602) 262-8900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lu's office located?

    Dr. Lu's office is located in Phoenix, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hung Sheng Lu have?

    Dr. Hung Sheng Lu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.