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Dr. Helen Xu, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Xu, Hospitalist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Helen Xu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Xu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Xu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Xu’s office at (310) 267-9643.

    What languages does Dr. Xu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Xu typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Xu 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. Xu. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Xu typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Xu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Xu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Xu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Xu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Xu accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Xu in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Xu's office located?

    Dr. Helen Xu's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 7501

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 267-9643

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    Dr. Helen Xu's Practice 2

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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    Dr. Helen Xu's Practice 3

    900 Weyburn Pl Ste 14

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

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    What hospitals are Dr. Xu affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Xu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center,Downey, CA
    Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA
    Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center,Downey, CA

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

    Dr. Xu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336726306.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Xu?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Xu's specialty?

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Helen Xu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Xu is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Helen Xu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Xu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Xu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Xu's office at (310) 267-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Xu?

    Please contact Dr. Xu's office at (310) 267-9643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Xu's office located?

    Dr. Xu's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Santa Monica, CA.