34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gu, Internist in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Yanqing Gu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Gu completed her residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gu’s office at (321) 984-2688.
Where did Dr. Gu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: West China University of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Gu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yanqing Gu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gu speak?
Dr. Gu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gu 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. Gu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Yanqing Gu 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. Gu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gu accept my insurance?
Dr. Gu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 984-2688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gu accept in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Gu in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Independent Living Systems
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Florida
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gu's office located?
Dr. Yanqing Gu also offers virtual visits
Dr. Yanqing Gu's Primary Practice
551 S Apollo Blvd Ste 103
Melbourne, FL 32901
(321) 984-2688
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yanqing Gu?
Dr. Gu has appointments available at her Melbourne, FL office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Gu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841203528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gu
What is Dr. Yanqing Gu's specialty?
Dr. Gu is a Internist near Melbourne, FL.
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.
Is this Dr. Yanqing Gu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gu is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yanqing Gu accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?
Yes, Dr. Yanqing Gu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yanqing Gu offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gu, or call (321) 984-2688 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Yanqing Gu?
Yes, Dr. Gu offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Gu, or call (321) 984-2688 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yanqing Gu have?
Dr. Yanqing Gu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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