Who is Dr. Yu, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Rebecca Yu, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Yu graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Yu is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (510) 540-6800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yu?
Dr. Rebecca Yu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand 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 Arthroscopic Surgery-Wrist, Fractures, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Nerve & Tendon Reconstruction, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Berkeley/CA 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?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yu board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand 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:
Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
Osteoarthritis of the right hand
Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Right Thumb Arthritis
Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints
M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
S52532D: Colles' fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
S52531D: Colles' fracture of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
Hand Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
Dupuytren's Contracture
Connective Tissue Disorder
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Dupuytren contracture
Palmar fibromatosis
Viking disease
Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
Right Wrist Pain
Pain
Wrist Injuries and Disorder
Aching right wrist
Sore right wrist
Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
Trigger Thumb
Finger Injuries and Disorder
Tendinitis
Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
Thumb Tendonitis
Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
Also known as:
High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
Pain in Left Wrist
Pain
Wrist Injuries and Disorder
Left Wrist Ache
Left Wrist Discomfort
Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
Left Arm Lump or Swelling
Left Upper Limb Mass
Bump on Left Arm
Left Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
R2232: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left upper limb
Also known as:
Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Right Ulnar Neuropathy
Right Elbow Nerve Pain
Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
Also known as:
Ganglion Cyst
Connective Tissue Disorder
Ganglion
Synovial Cyst
Bible Bump
Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
M67431: Ganglion, right wrist
What procedures does Dr. Yu perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand 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.
29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
Also known as:
Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
Buried wire removal
Pin removal surgery
Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
Ganglion cyst removal hand
Tendon sheath lesion excision
Mucous cyst removal finger
CPT Codes:
26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger
29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
Tendon sheath injection
Ligament injection
Plantar fascia injection
Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
Hand Soft Tissue Excision
Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
Intramuscular Tumor Excision
Hand Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
Closed Treatment for Finger Joint Fracture
Finger Fracture Treatment without Manipulation
Metacarpophalangeal Fracture Treatment
Interphalangeal Joint Fracture Care
Finger Joint Break Treatment
CPT Codes:
26740: Closed treatment of articular fracture, involving metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
Intercarpal Arthroplasty
Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
CPT Codes:
25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
Also known as:
Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
Hand Fracture Fixation
Broken Hand Bone Surgery
Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)
CPT Codes:
26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone
Also known as:
Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Cubital Tunnel Release
Elbow Nerve Surgery
Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Also known as:
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
Median Nerve Neuroplasty
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 540-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Yu in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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 1306871231.
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. Rebecca Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Berkeley, CA.
An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rebecca Yu accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (510) 540-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (510) 540-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rebecca Yu have?
Dr. Rebecca Yu is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Lamont Cardon, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Dr. Kendrick Lee, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified.