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Dr. James K. Luu, MD

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Specializes in: Vitreoretinal Diseases (Retina and Vitreous)

New York Medical College (1996)

Professional interests include: eye problems

3711 Parker Boulevard
Pueblo, CO 81008

(719) 473-9595

Dr. James K. Luu, MD is a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO specializing in vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). He graduated from New York Medical College in 1996 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. James K. Luu, MD is affiliated with UCHealth and CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region.

Office Locations

10035 Pearl Pass View Suite 110
Colorado Springs, CO 80924

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1400 E Boulder Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

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2770 N Union Boulevard Suite 140
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

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CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region

3711 Parker Boulevard
Pueblo, CO 81008

(719) 473-9595

(719) 227-0669

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Some issues Dr. James K. Luu, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

eye procedures

intravitreal drug injection

SCODI of the posterior segment

In 2023, Dr. James K. Luu, MD performed more eye procedures, intravitreal drug injection, and SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Colorado.

Top 25%

By Volume:

vitreoretinal surgical procedures

In 2012, Dr. James K. Luu, MD performed more vitreoretinal surgical procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Colorado.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2012 were eye procedures, injections, photocoagulation and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	92
doctor visit	178
eye procedures	6876
injections	1410
photocoagulation	107
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	92

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2013 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	124
eye procedures	8165
injections	1547
photocoagulation	82
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	124

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	503
Female	713

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1020
Black	33
Hispanic	134
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	394
From 75 to 84	454
85 and over	290
Less than 65	78

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2013

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	36
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2014 were eye procedures, injections, photocoagulation and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	79
eye procedures	8885
injections	1788
photocoagulation	100
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	21
ultrasound (sonogram)	79

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	543
Female	787

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1107
Black	36
Hispanic	153
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	440
From 75 to 84	477
85 and over	324
Less than 65	89

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2014

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	35
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2015 were eye procedures, injections, photocoagulation and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	61
doctor visit	14
eye procedures	7829
injections	1673
laser treatment	18
photocoagulation	76
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	61

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1082
Female	1570

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	2196
Black	72
Hispanic	318
Asian	34
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	880
From 75 to 84	936
85 and over	656
Less than 65	180

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2015

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	36
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2016 were eye procedures, injections, photocoagulation and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	96
doctor visit	162
eye procedures	7777
injections	1642
photocoagulation	128
ultrasound (sonogram)	96

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	563
Female	738

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1081
Black	27
Hispanic	162
Asian	15
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	417
From 75 to 84	475
85 and over	324
Less than 65	85

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	38
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2017 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	116
doctor visit	477
eye procedures	7995
injections	1788
laser treatment	14
photocoagulation	103
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	116

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	558
Female	743

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1079
Black	35
Hispanic	146
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	440
From 75 to 84	459
85 and over	324
Less than 65	78

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2017

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2018 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	98
doctor visit	40
eye procedures	8873
injections	2077
laser treatment	15
photocoagulation	70
ultrasound (sonogram)	98

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	601
Female	799

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1149
Black	45
Hispanic	166
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	486
From 75 to 84	493
85 and over	337
Less than 65	84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2018

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	39
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2019 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	71
doctor visit	116
eye procedures	7683
injections	1917
photocoagulation	65
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	71

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	549
Female	697

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1025
Black	33
Hispanic	138
Asian	0
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	463
From 75 to 84	405
85 and over	303
Less than 65	75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2019

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	39
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2020 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	25
doctor visit	120
eye procedures	7190
injections	2014
photocoagulation	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	25

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	515
Female	634

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	942
Black	30
Hispanic	136
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	425
From 75 to 84	381
85 and over	282
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2020

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	39
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2021 were eye procedures, injections, photocoagulation and prophylaxis (preventive treatment).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	21
doctor visit	13
eye procedures	7552
injections	1999
photocoagulation	25
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	25
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	505
Female	676

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	969
Black	34
Hispanic	127
Asian	0
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	472
From 75 to 84	397
85 and over	271
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2021

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	39
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO during 2022 were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	16
doctor visit	160
eye procedures	6783
injections	1999
photocoagulation	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	16

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	451
Female	597

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	858
Black	27
Hispanic	118
Asian	0
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	393
From 75 to 84	368
85 and over	247
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD in 2022

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	38
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. James K. Luu, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated as a retina specialist in Colorado Springs, CO were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

diagnostic imaging	72
doctor visit	142
eye procedures	7782
injections	1804
laser treatment	15
photocoagulation	71
prophylaxis (preventive treatment)	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	72

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	533
Female	723

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	33
Asian / Pacific Islander	10
Non-Hispanic White	1038
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	145
Other	8

**Age**
75 to 84	440
85 and over	305
Less than 65	73
65 to 74	437

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. James K. Luu, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	34
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. James K. Luu, MD graduated from New York Medical College in 1996. He completed residency at Stanford Hospital & Clinics. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) Ophthalmology and has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: New York Medical College (1996)

Residency: Stanford Hospital & Clinics (2000)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. James K. Luu, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. James K. Luu, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. James K. Luu, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Colorado Springs, CO.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2019-01-10

I have been a patient of Dr. Luu for two years now.  He and his staff have always treated me with the kindest care when I have been the most scared.  I am a 50+ y/o male, but I am terrified of anything to do with my eyes.  Dr Luu has listened to my concerns with the most patient of "bedside manners."  He takes time to explain the "what" and the "why" of my treatment.  His front office staff, nurses and technicians are always professional and kind.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. James K. Luu, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
US Retina LLC	$5,290 $5,290
Genentech USA, Inc.	$1,283 VABYSMO $990	LUCENTIS $275	SUSVIMO $18
Alcon Vision LLC	$590 NGENUITY $329	Constellation $237	TOTAL30 $23
Alimera Sciences, Inc.	$544 ILUVIEN $335	YUTIQ $34	$175
Allergan Inc.	$296 OZURDEX $247	RESTASIS $24	LUMIGAN $14	$11
Other	$1,687 EYLEA aflibercept injection $330	YUTIQ $137	Cimerli $123	Udenyca $118	NonCovered Product $103	Other $876

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,512
Acquisitions	$3,326
Current or prospective ownership or investment interest	$1,777
Travel and Lodging	$39
Gift	$19
Other	$16

Research Payments

Dr. James K. Luu, MD has received 101 research payments totaling $1,730,209.

Ownership and Interest Payments

This table describes ownership payments received by Dr. James K. Luu, MD.

US Retina LLC	2020	$7,399.82	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2019	$5,523.97	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2022	$5,000.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2017	$5,000.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2018	$5,000.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2016	$5,000.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares
US Retina LLC	2015	$5,000.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Shares

Biography

Dr. James Luu's area of specialization is vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). Areas of expertise for Dr. Luu include eye problems. He is professionally affiliated with CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region and UCHealth. Dr. Luu attended New York Medical College and then went on to complete his residency at Stanford Hospital & Clinics.

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. James K. Luu, MD From 2012 - 2022

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