Summary

Dr. Lu Cai is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Zhongshan School of Medicine at Sun Yat-Sen University, bringing international medical education and perspective to her practice in New York.

Dr. Cai is affiliated with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and practices at locations in Elmhurst, New York. Her clinical expertise focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including standard hypertension care and pediatric hypertension cases. She also has experience treating hypertensive emergencies, which require immediate medical attention to prevent serious complications.

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Quick Facts

  • 31 years of experience
  • 63 insurance plans accepted
  • Zhongshan School Of Medicine Sun Yat-Sen University
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lu Cai has 2 locations

Elmhurst Hospital Center

7901 BroadwayElmhurst, NY 11373

Dr. Lu Cai

8425 Elmhurst Ave Apt 1pElmhurst, NY 11373

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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31 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English
Elmhurst , NYNorth Bergen , NJAstoria , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Zhongshan School Of Medicine Sun Yat-Sen University Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine Med School: Forest Hills Med School: State University of New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lu Cai

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Health First Health Plans - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • VillageCareMax - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lu Cai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lu Cai has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Lu Cai holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Zhongshan School Of Medicine Sun Yat-Sen University in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Cai's NPI number is 1639449069.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Lu Cai's office located?
Dr. Lu Cai's office is located at 7901 Broadway, Elmhurst, NY, 11373.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lu Cai affiliated with?
Dr. Lu Cai is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lu Cai?
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Does Dr. Lu Cai accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Lu Cai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lu Cai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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