Summary

Dr. Stephen Lu is a family medicine and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 16 years to comprehensive patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Tacoma General Hospital. Dr. Lu is fluent in English and brings extensive experience in treating patients across all age groups.

Dr. Lu practices at MultiCare Family Medicine in Kent, Washington, and maintains hospital privileges at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital. He specializes in managing joint pain and back pain, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients recover and maintain their health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lu highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 16 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • TACOMA GENERAL HOSPITAL
  • 14 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

MultiCare Family Medicine - Kent

219 State Ave. N Suite 220Kent, WA 98030
Mon7:30 am - 5:15 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:15 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:15 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:15 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen Lu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • First Choice Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Premera Blue Cross - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Premera Blue Cross - PPO
  • Priority Health
  • Progressive
  • Regence BlueShield
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Stephen Lu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Stephen Lu has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Internal Medicine
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Stephen Lu holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at TACOMA GENERAL HOSPITAL.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Stephen Lu's NPI number is 1437443918.

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