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Dr. Tuan Luu, MD

Eureka, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Luu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Eureka, CA?

    Dr. Tuan Luu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Eureka, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Luu graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Luu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Luu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Luu’s office at (707) 269-4250.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Luu board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Tuan Luu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Luu speak?

    Dr. Luu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Luu typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Luu 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. Luu. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Luu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tuan Luu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Luu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Luu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Luu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 269-4250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Luu accept in Eureka, CA?

    Dr. Luu in Eureka, 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Luu's office located?

    Dr. Tuan Luu's Primary Practice

    2700 Dolbeer St

    Eureka, CA 95501

    (707) 269-4250

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    Dr. Tuan Luu's Practice 2

    3800 Janes Rd

    Arcata, CA 95521

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    What is Dr. Luu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Luu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326001660.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Luu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Luu

    What is Dr. Tuan Luu's specialty?

    Dr. Luu is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Eureka, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Tuan Luu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Luu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mad River Community Hospital, Providence Saint Joseph Hospital Eureka. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Tuan Luu accepting new patients in Eureka, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tuan Luu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tuan Luu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (707) 269-4250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tuan Luu?

    Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (707) 269-4250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tuan Luu have?

    Dr. Tuan Luu is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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