Summary

With 65 years in internal medicine, Dr. Paula Lum treats chronic kidney disease and kidney disease, and performs benzodiazepine drug screening, cannabinoid screening and confirmation, and cocaine screening. She is affiliated with Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center.

Dr. Lum completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center and sees patients in San Francisco, California. She speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lum 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 65 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Paula Joy Lum has 2 locations

UCSF Positive Health Program

995 Potrero Ave Bldg 80 Ward 86San Francisco, CA 94110
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Family & Community Medicine

995 Potrero AveSan Francisco, CA 94110

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Dr. Paula Joy Lum, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Suma Oommen, MDDr. Argenis Curiel, MD
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65 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish
San Francisco , CAMesquite , TXLake Forest , CAFresno , CA
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Christian Medical College Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paula Joy Lum

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paula Joy Lum has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paula Joy Lum has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

65 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1961.

NPI Number

Dr. Lum's NPI number is 1811004559.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Paula Lum's office located?
Dr. Paula Lum's office is located at 995 Potrero Ave Bldg 80 Ward 86, San Francisco, CA, 94110.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paula Lum affiliated with?
Dr. Paula Lum is affiliated with Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Lum?
You can find contact information for Dr. Paula Lum here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Paula Lum accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Paula Lum has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Paula Lum speak?
Dr. Paula Lum speaks English and Spanish.

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