Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Internist in Lombard, IL?
Where did Dr. Tu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine; West Suburban Hosp Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Kaohsiung Medical University
Is Dr. Tu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rong Tu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tu 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. Tu. 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rong Tu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 932-2040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in Lombard, IL?
Dr. Tu in Lombard, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
Dr. Rong Tu's Primary Practice
2340 S Highland Ave Ste 230
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 932-2040
What hospitals are Dr. Tu affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rong Tu?
Dr. Tu has appointments available at his Lombard, IL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Tu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053369066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tu
What is Dr. Rong Tu's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.