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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Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English
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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

Dr. Sao Cheng Liu holds an active medical license in the states of Iowa and Nebraska.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Nebraska that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Liu's NPI number is 1801802806.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Sao Cheng Liu affiliated with?
Dr. Sao Cheng Liu is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside.
Does Dr. Sao Cheng Liu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sao Cheng Liu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Sao Cheng Liu's office located?
Dr. Sao Cheng Liu's office is located at 1213 Garfield Ave, Harlan, IA, 51537.
Does Dr. Sao Cheng Liu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sao Cheng Liu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Sao Cheng Liu accepting new patients?
Dr. Sao Cheng Liu has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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