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40 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Lieu, Cytopathologist in Alhambra, CA?
Dr. David Lieu, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Alhambra, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Lieu graduated from University of California and completed his residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Lieu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lieu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lieu’s office at (626) 281-7800.
Where did Dr. Lieu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Lieu speak?
Dr. Lieu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Lieu typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Lieu 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. Lieu. 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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Benign Thyroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Thyroid Disease
- Non-cancerous thyroid growth
- Benign thyroid neoplasm
- Thyroid nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Lump in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Thyroid Growth of Unknown Type
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid tumor of uncertain nature
- Thyroid lesion of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate thyroid mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D440: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of thyroid gland
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Lieu typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Lieu 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. Lieu. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Lieu accept my insurance?
Dr. Lieu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 281-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lieu accept in Alhambra, CA?
Dr. Lieu in Alhambra, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Clever Care Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lieu's office located?
Dr. David Lieu's Primary Practice
320 S Garfield Ave Ste 278
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 281-7800
What is Dr. Lieu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lieu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912966680.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lieu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lieu
What is Dr. David Lieu's specialty?
Dr. Lieu is a Cytopathologist near Alhambra, CA.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. David Lieu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lieu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Chino Valley Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Lieu accepting new patients in Alhambra, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Lieu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Lieu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lieu's office at (626) 281-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Lieu?
Please contact Dr. Lieu's office at (626) 281-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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