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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lue, Family Medicine Specialist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Alvin Lue, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC. Dr. Lue graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Lue is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lue’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lue’s office.
Where did Dr. Lue go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital
Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Lue speak?
Dr. Lue and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lue typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lue 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. Lue. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lue typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lue 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. Lue. 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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Simple Repair of Skin Wound
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Suture of Superficial Wound
- Skin Laceration Repair
- Wound Closure
- Wounds and Injuries Treatment
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12002: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Lue accept my insurance?
Dr. Lue accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lue accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Lue in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lue's office located?
What is Dr. Lue's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235191099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lue?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lue
What is Dr. Alvin Lue's specialty?
Dr. Lue is a Family Medicine Specialist near Winston Salem, NC.
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. Alvin Lue affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lue is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alvin Lue accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Lue is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Lue offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lue's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Lue?
Please contact Dr. Lue's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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7811 N Point Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 27106