Dr. Kimberly Tu, MD

Kenner, LA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Tu, Family Medicine Specialist in Kenner, LA?

Dr. Kimberly Tu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kenner, LA. Dr. Tu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (504) 464-2940.

What languages does Dr. Tu speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tu typically treat?

As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tu 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. Tu. 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:

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:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
Diabetes Screening
Health Screening
Blood Disorder Check
Immune System Check-up
Hematologic Screening
Blood Sugar Test
Diabetes Mellitus Screening
Glucose Screening

ICD-10 Codes:

Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

Also known as:

Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Mammography
Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Mammograms
Breast X-ray
Breast Cancer Check

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

Also known as:

Other Personal Health Risks
Other health risk factors
Specific personal risks
Individual health concerns

ICD-10 Codes:

Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

Also known as:

Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
Diabetes Type 2
Hyperglycemia
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic Hyperglycemia
High Blood Glucose
High Sugar Levels

ICD-10 Codes:

E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tu typically perform?

As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Tu may include:

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

Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Tu's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Tu's office located?

Dr. Kimberly Tu's Primary Practice

200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 412

Kenner, LA 70065

(504) 464-2940

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

Dr. Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619611480.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tu?

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

What is Dr. Kimberly Tu's specialty?

Dr. Tu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kenner, LA.

What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

Is Dr. Kimberly Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Tu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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