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Dr. John Yu, MD

Dr. John Yu, MD

Valley Stream, NY

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yu, Orthopedic Surgeon in Valley Stream, NY?

    Dr. John Yu, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Valley Stream, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years. Dr. Yu graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine. Dr. Yu is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (631) 474-0008.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yu?

    Dr. John Yu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, Hip & Knee Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Valley Stream/NY community, Dr. Yu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: China Med University, Shenyang City, Liaoning, China | Stony Brook University School of Medicine | New York University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yu speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    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:

    • Sprained Right Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Right Ankle Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93491A: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Unstable Right Ankle Joint
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Loose Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Joint Instability
    • Wobbly Right Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25371: Other instability, right ankle

    What procedures does Dr. Yu perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    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:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Ligament Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive

    Also known as:

    • Leg Tendon Repair
    • Flexor Tendon Repair
    • Leg Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Reconstruction Leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 474-0008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Valley Stream, NY?

    Dr. Yu in Valley Stream, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yu's office located?

    Dr. John Yu's Primary Practice

    900 Franklin Ave

    Valley Stream, NY 11580

    (631) 474-0008

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    Dr. John Yu's Practice 2

    1 Heroes Way

    Riverhead, NY 11901

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    Dr. John Yu's Practice 3

    635 Belle Terre Rd Ste 204

    Port Jefferson, NY 11777

    (631) 474-0008

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Yu?

    Dr. Yu has appointments available at his Valley Stream, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821258880.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu?

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

    What is Dr. John Yu's specialty?

    Dr. Yu is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Valley Stream, NY. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Mather Hospital 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

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    Is John Yu accepting new patients in Valley Stream, NY?

    Yes, Dr. John Yu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Yu offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yu, or call (631) 474-0008 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with John Yu?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (631) 474-0008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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