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Dr. Chau Vu, DO

Dermatologist

Friendswood, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vu, Dermatologist in Friendswood, TX?

    Board-certified in dermatology, Dr. Chau Paulina Vu, DO, is a trusted Dermatologist in Friendswood, TX. With a primary practice location at 6 Oaktree St, she provides comprehensive skin care to her community. Specializing in wound repair for patients with radiation skin damage, Dr. Vu offers focused clinical care that addresses the complex needs of her patients. Her expertise extends to managing various skin conditions, including acne, sun damage, and benign skin growths, often through procedures like skin lesion removal and skin cancer surgery. By combining these treatments with a patient-centered approach, Dr. Vu helps her patients achieve optimal skin health and restore their confidence. Dr. Vu's training as a dermatologist has equipped her with the skills to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions. She is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital in Houston, TX, further enhancing her ability to provide high-quality care. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Vu, who accepts major insurance carriers including CVS Health (formerly Aetna), Cigna Group, and Medicare, and communicates effectively in Spanish and Vietnamese. Appointments are available at her Friendswood practice locations.

    What languages does Dr. Vu speak?

    Dr. Vu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Vu typically treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Vu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Vu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Vu typically perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Vu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Removal of Malignant Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Malignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 17262: Destruction, malignant lesion (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Vu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 482-3376 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Friendswood, TX?

    Dr. Vu in Friendswood, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • Trustmark Mutual Holding Company

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    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Chau Vu's Primary Practice

    6 Oaktree St

    Friendswood, TX 77546

    (281) 482-3376

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    Dr. Chau Vu's Practice 2

    1111 S Friendswood Dr Ste 107

    Friendswood, TX 77546

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vu affiliated with?

    Dr. Vu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital,Houston, TX

    What is Dr. Vu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124076252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vu

    What is Dr. Chau Vu's specialty?

    Dr. Vu is a Dermatologist near Friendswood, TX.

    What does a Dermatologist do?

    Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.

    Is Dr. Chau Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Vu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Chau Vu accepting new patients in Friendswood, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Chau Vu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chau Vu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (281) 482-3376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chau Vu?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (281) 482-3376 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Vu's office is located in Friendswood, TX.