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Dr. Shu-Ching Hu, MD, PHD

Seattle, WA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hu, Neurologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Shu-Ching Hu, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Hu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office.

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

    • Medical School: National Taiwan University, Taipei, China

    Is Dr. Hu board certified in Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shu-Ching Hu, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Hu speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hu treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Hu 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. Hu. 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:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
    • Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
    • Parkinsonism
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
    • Fluctuating Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Drug-Induced Dyskinesia
    • Dystonia
    • Drug Reactions
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck
    • Medication-Induced Movement Disorder
    • Tardive Dyskinesia
    • Drug Side Effect Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis
    • G2401: Drug induced subacute dyskinesia
    • G249: Dystonia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Other Tremor Disorder
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor
    • Atypical Tremor
    • Unusual Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor
    • G252: Other specified forms of tremor

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Myoclonus
    • Movement Disorder
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Tremors
    • Muscle Jerks
    • Involuntary Muscle Twitches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified
    • R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
    • G253: Myoclonus

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    Also known as:

    • Blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G245: Blepharospasm

    Also known as:

    • Restless Legs Syndrome
    • Restless Legs
    • Restless legs syndrome
    • RLS
    • Willis-Ekbom Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G2581: Restless legs syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Genetic Ataxia
    • Inherited Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Ataxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G119: Hereditary ataxia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Hu in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Shu-Ching Hu's Primary Practice

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    Dr. Shu-Ching Hu's Practice 2

    325 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98104

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    Dr. Shu-Ching Hu's Practice 3

    1701 Columbia Rd

    Seattle, WA 98195

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

    Dr. Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265632855.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hu?

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

    What is Dr. Shu-Ching Hu's specialty?

    Dr. Hu is a Neurologist near Seattle, WA.

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Contact Dr. Hu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shu-Ching Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Shu-Ching Hu accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Shu-Ching Hu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shu-Ching Hu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shu-Ching Hu?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shu-Ching Hu have?

    Dr. Shu-Ching Hu is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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