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Dr. Mei-Lin Lu, MD

Dr. Mei-Lin Lu, MD

Laurel, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lu, Pediatrician in Laurel, MD?

    Dr. Mei-Lin Lu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Laurel, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lu graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Pediatrics. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lu’s office at (301) 464-2300.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Pediatrics | New York University (NYU) Affiliated Hospitals | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Is Dr. Lu board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Mei-Lin Lu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Lu typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lu typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Mei-Lin 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 (301) 464-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lu accept in Laurel, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Riverside Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lu's office located?

    Dr. Mei-Lin Lu's Primary Practice

    9811 Mallard Dr Ste 109

    Laurel, MD 20708

    (301) 464-2300

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    Dr. Mei-Lin Lu's Practice 2

    9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309

    Lanham, MD 20706

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    Dr. Mei-Lin Lu's Practice 3

    12520 Prosperity Dr Ste 150

    Silver Spring, MD 20904

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    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 1114907896.

    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. Mei-Lin Lu's specialty?

    Dr. Lu is a Pediatrician near Laurel, MD.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Mei-Lin Lu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mei-Lin Lu accepting new patients in Laurel, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Mei-Lin Lu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mei-Lin Lu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (301) 464-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mei-Lin Lu?

    Please contact Dr. Lu's office at (301) 464-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mei-Lin Lu have?

    Dr. Mei-Lin Lu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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