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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lum, Family Medicine Specialist in Desloge, MO?
Dr. Laurence Lum, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Desloge, MO. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Lum graduated from University Of Adelaide, Faculty Of Health Sciences and completed his residency at St Luke'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lum’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lum’s office at (573) 431-4449.
Where did Dr. Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Luke's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | University Of Adelaide, Faculty Of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Lum speak?
Dr. Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lum typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lum 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. Lum. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spinal Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M479: Spondylosis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lum typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lum 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. Lum. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Lum accept my insurance?
Dr. Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 431-4449 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lum accept in Desloge, MO?
Dr. Lum in Desloge, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lum's office located?
Dr. Laurence Lum's Primary Practice
330 N State St Ste C
Desloge, MO 63601
(573) 431-4449
What is Dr. Lum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932193554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lum
What is Dr. Laurence Lum's specialty?
Dr. Lum is a Family Medicine Specialist near Desloge, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Laurence Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lum is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Missouri Baptist 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laurence Lum accepting new patients in Desloge, MO?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Lum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurence Lum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (573) 431-4449 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurence Lum?
Please contact Dr. Lum's office at (573) 431-4449 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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