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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Joseph Tu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Tu graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Tu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (718) 299-6797.
Where did Dr. Tu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tu treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Seizures
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Tu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Tu 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. Tu's office.
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 299-6797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Tu in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Medicare
Partners Health Plan
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
What is Dr. Tu's NPI number?An 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 1679534143.
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. Joseph Tu's specialty?
Dr. Tu is a Internist near Bronx, 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. Tu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, North Shore University Hospital 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
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Is Joseph Tu accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Tu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Tu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (718) 299-6797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Tu?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (718) 299-6797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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