Summary

Dr. Charles Lu is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and has practiced for 23 years. His dual training allows him to provide comprehensive heart care while managing patients' overall health needs.

Dr. Lu practices at Kaiser Permanente locations in San Diego, California. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions, and manages myocardial ischemia. His diagnostic expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and detect cardiovascular problems.

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Quick Facts

  • 23 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Lu has 3 locations

San Diego Medical Center

4647 Zion AveSan Diego, CA 92120

Dr. Charles Lu

5251 Viewridge CtSan Diego, CA 92123

Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center

9455 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92123

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Dr. Charles Lu, MDMariusz Witold Wysoczanski, MDDr. Raghav Sharma, MDDr. Jonathan Morrow Siegel, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
23 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Polish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
San Diego , CANational City , CAWinter Park , FLSan Diego , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Poznan University of Medical Science Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Lu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Lu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Lu has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Charles Lu holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Lu's NPI number is 1275796963.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Charles Lu accepting new patients?
Dr. Charles Lu has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Charles Lu accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Charles Lu affiliated with?
Dr. Charles Lu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Charles Lu's office located?
Dr. Charles Lu's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
Does Dr. Charles Lu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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