Summary

Dr. Sao Liu is an ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Liu speaks Chinese, Spanish, and English to better serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Liu practices at Chi Health Lakeside and sees patients at locations in Harlan, Iowa and Omaha, Nebraska. He specializes in treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior capsule opacity. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients rate Dr. Liu 5.0 stars on Vitals for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish, English
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Sao Cheng Liu has 2 locations

Myrtue Medical Center

1213 Garfield AveHarlan, IA 51537

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Accepts New Patients
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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English
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Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sao Cheng Liu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sao Cheng Liu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sao Cheng Liu has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Nebraska, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Sao Liu's office located?
Dr. Sao Liu's office is located at 1213 Garfield Ave, Harlan, IA, 51537.
What languages does Dr. Sao Liu speak?
Dr. Sao Liu speaks Chinese, Spanish, and English.
Does Dr. Sao Liu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sao Liu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Sao Liu accepting new patients?
Dr. Sao Liu has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Sao Liu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sao Liu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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