Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yu, Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Christine Yu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yu completed her residency at North Shore University Hospital. She is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Yu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (212) 606-1000.
Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore University Hospital
Is Dr. Yu board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?
As a Internist, 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:
- 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Bilateral knee replacement
- Both knee prostheses
- Double knee replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Which procedures does Dr. Yu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christine Yu 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yu's office.
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Yu in New York, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
New York Life
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Yu's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
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 1134385172.
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. Christine Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Internist near New York, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christine Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery 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 Christine Yu accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christine Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (212) 606-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (212) 606-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Yu have?
Dr. Christine Yu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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