MT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Family Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Manuel Tu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tu is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (661) 328-4284.
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Tu treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Respiratory Failure
- ARDS
- Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Shock Lung
- Acute Lung Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- J80: Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tu perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Manuel Tu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tu's office.
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 328-4284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Tu in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
Dr. Manuel Tu's Primary Practice
3733 San Dimas St Ste 101
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 328-4284
What is Dr. Tu's NPI number?An 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 1104387406.
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. Manuel Tu's specialty?
Dr. Tu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Tu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Manuel Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Manuel Tu accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Manuel Tu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Manuel Tu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (661) 328-4284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Manuel Tu?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (661) 328-4284 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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