Summary

Dr. Lu earned her biomedical engineering degree from the University of Wisconsin, followed by a Doctorate of Medicine from New York Medical College. After completing her residency at the University of Virginia, she pursued an interventional pain fellowship at the University of Vermont. Dr. Lu is experienced in pain management and anesthesiology, thriving in the academic setting and taking on challenging cases. Now practicing at Carilion, she is dedicated to patient-centered pain treatment, particularly amid the opioid epidemic in southwest Virginia. Dr. Lu prioritizes compassionate listening and customized plans to help patients achieve functional and quality of life improvements.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1.5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Carilion Clinic Interventional Pain Management

2331 Franklin Rd SWRoanoke, VA 24014
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

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Roanoke , VASalem , VARoanoke , VASalem , VA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Yaohua Lu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Optima Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Yaohua Lu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Yaohua Lu has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesiology
  • Pain Medicine
  • Pain Medicine (anesthesiology)

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Yaohua Lu holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 2010.

NPI Number

Yaohua Lu's NPI number is 1568786242.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Yaohua Lu affiliated with?
Yaohua Lu is affiliated with University Of Vermont Medical Center.
Does Yaohua Lu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Yaohua Lu accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Yaohua Lu speak?
Yaohua Lu speaks English.
Where is Yaohua Lu's office located?
Yaohua Lu's office is located at 2331 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA, 24014.
How can I make an appointment with Yaohua Lu?
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