52 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lo, Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Charles Lo, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Lo graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis. Dr. Lo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lo’s office at (415) 391-9993.
Where did Dr. Lo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Hong Kong University | University Of Hong Kong Facility Of Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Lo speak?
Dr. Lo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lo treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lo 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. Lo. 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Left Arm Lump or Swelling
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
- Left Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Left Arm
- Left Arm Nodule
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
- R2232: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left upper limb
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
- L720: Epidermal cyst
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Which procedures does Dr. Lo perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Lo may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lo's office.
Does Dr. Lo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 391-9993 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lo accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lo in San Francisco, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Chinese Community Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
The Health Care Group
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Where is Dr. Lo's office located?
What is Dr. Lo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811978604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lo
What is Dr. Charles Lo's specialty?
Dr. Lo is a Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Lo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Lo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lo is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Charles Lo accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lo's office at (415) 391-9993 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lo?
Please contact Dr. Lo's office at (415) 391-9993 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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