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Who is Dr. Chu, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Alice Chu, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (973) 754-2275.
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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.
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Clubfoot
- Birth Defects
- Right Talipes Equinovarus
- Congenital Right Clubfoot
- Twisted Right Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6601: Congenital talipes equinovarus, right foot
Also known as:
- Foot Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Foot Deformities
- Foot Malformations at Birth
- Deformed Feet at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6689: Other specified congenital deformities of feet
Also known as:
- Extra Fingers or Toes
- Birth Defects
- Polydactyly
- Supernumerary Digits
- Extra Digit Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q699: Polydactyly, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Chu perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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.
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Closed Treatment of Forearm Bone Fractures (No Manipulation)
- Collarbone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Closed Treatment for Upper Arm Fracture
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Radial Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Forearm Fracture Care
- Closed Clavicle Fracture Treatment
- Non-Surgical Collarbone Repair
- Clavicle Fracture Management
- Humerus Fracture Closed Treatment
- Supracondylar Humeral Fracture Care
- Transcondylar Fracture Treatment
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
- 25560: Closed Treatment Of Radial And Ulnar Shaft Fractures; Without Manipulation
- 23500: Closed treatment of clavicular fracture; without manipulation
- 24530: Closed treatment of supracondylar or transcondylar humeral fracture, with or without intercondylar extension; without manipulation
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Clubfoot Casting and Manipulation
- Ponseti Method for Clubfoot
- Clubfoot Correction with Cast
- Serial Casting for Clubfoot
CPT Codes:
- 29450: Application of clubfoot cast with molding or manipulation, long or short leg
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Bone Fracture Treatment
- Tibial Shaft Fracture Treatment
- Closed Tibia Fracture Repair
- Shin Bone Fracture Care
CPT Codes:
- 27750: Closed treatment of tibial shaft fracture (with or without fibular fracture); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Extra Finger or Toe Reconstruction
- Polydactyly Repair
- Digit Reconstruction Surgery
- Extra Digit Removal and Reshaping
- Congenital Hand/Foot Anomaly Repair
CPT Codes:
- 26587: Reconstruction of polydactylous digit, soft tissue and bone
Also known as:
- Full Arm or Leg Cast Removal
- Bivalving a cast
- Cutting off a cast
- Cast splitting
CPT Codes:
- 29705: Removal or bivalving; full arm or full leg cast
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
- Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
- Unstable finger fracture repair
- Thumb bone fracture treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Digital Nerve Repair (Hand or Foot)
- Finger Nerve Repair
- Toe Nerve Repair
- Hand Nerve Suture
- Foot Nerve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64831: Suture of digital nerve, hand or foot; 1 nerve
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-2275 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Chu in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gorman-Rupp Co
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Mercy Health
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Dr. Alice Chu's Primary Practice
150 Bergen St Unit 8C138
Newark, NJ 07103
(973) 754-2275
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346416997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Alice Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Newark, NJ. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alice Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Alice Chu accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alice Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alice Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (973) 754-2275 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alice Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (973) 754-2275 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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