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Dr. Daniel Lu, MD
Neurosurgery* Age 50
Dr. Daniel Lu, MD
3.8 (47 Ratings)

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Dr. Daniel Lu, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Santa Monica, CA.
Dr. Daniel Lu, MD
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Dr. Daniel Lu, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 50
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Daniel Lu, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Santa Monica, CA.

About

Dr. Lu graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Daniel Lu, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Santa Monica, CA and has 22 years experience. Dr. Lu currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital. Dr. Lu has experience treating conditions like Spinal Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lu received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 47 times. Dr. Lu's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lu is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Neurostimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Discectomy
Spinal Fusion
Acoustic Neuroma
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Astrocytoma
Brain Abscess
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Cancer
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Edema
Cerebral Embolism
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebrovascular Disease
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Chordoma
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Compressed Spinal Cord
Cranial Trauma
Epilepsy
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Hydrocephalus
Hypothalamus Cancer
Medulloblastoma
Meningiomas
Myelomalacia
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pineal Region Tumors
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Schwannoma
Secondary Malignancies
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Stroke
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subdural Hemorrhage
Syringomyelia
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Torticollis
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Upper Back Pain
Whiplash
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Brain Surgery
Craniectomy
Craniotomy
Herniated Disc Surgery
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laminoplasty
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Peripheral Nerve Block
Posterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Puncture Aspiration
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Spine Fracture Treatment
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Vertebroplasty

Insurance Accepted

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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
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    Curative PPO
  • Major Risk Medical Insurance Program (MRMIP) - Prudent Buyer-CA PPO
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    Silver Advantage-CA PPO
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    Traditional
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    EPO-CA
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    MemorialCare Custom-CA PPO
    UC Medicare with Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
    Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
    Tenet Network-CA PPO
    Gold (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
  • Select PPO
    Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
    Cigna
    Open Access Plus
  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Regents of the University of California
    1131 Wilshire Blvd Ste 100, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 319-3475
    Monday
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    08:00 - 12:00
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  2. 2 UCLA Health Westwood Neurosurgery
    300 Stein Plz Ste 420, Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 825-5111
  3. 3 Regents of the University of California
    5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 267-2975

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lu
3.8
Based on 47 Reviews
5 Stars (32)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (13)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 28, 2024
Dr. Lu was a godsend to me. Since I previously had spinal fusion surgery, repairing my Lumbar spine would be exceptionally challenging. When I had my consultation Dr. Lu immediately identified the problem and explained what needed to be done to repair my spine. In addition, he clearly set forth the limitations and the likelihood of success. Dr. Lu responded to all of my questions regarding my condition and his recommendations.Dr. Lu's support staff was fantastic--they quickly responded to my emails prior to surgery. Dr. Lu's surgical repair was miraculous, the weakness in my legs was totally gone. My follow up appointment with his PA, Sara, went very well. She too answered all my inquiries clearly and succinctly. The bottom line is this: If you need a highly skilled neurosurgeon, Dr. Lu should be considered for your healthcare needs.
— Feb 28, 2024
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Education

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  • University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
    2003
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  • Neurosurgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Daniel Lu, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lu's profile.

Dr. Daniel Lu, MD is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Daniel Lu, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA

  • Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital

    1250 16th St, Santa Monica, CA