20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhu, Neurologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Zhu graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Tufts-New England Medical Center. Dr. Zhu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhu’s office at (713) 486-8000.
Where did Dr. Zhu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School
Residency: Tufts-New England Medical Center | Tufts University Affiliated Hospitals | Tufts Medical Center | Berkshire Medical Center Program
Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Zhu board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Zhu speak?
Dr. Zhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Zhu typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphoma in Organs
- NHL
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8589: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Meninges Disorder
- Meningeal Disease
- Disorder of Brain/Spinal Cord Coverings
ICD-10 Codes:
- G96198: Other disorders of meninges, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Zhu typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 486-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Zhu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhu's office located?
Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu's Primary Practice
6400 Fannin St Ste 2800
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 486-8000
What is Dr. Zhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447207766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhu
What is Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu's specialty?
Dr. Zhu is a Neurologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhu is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City 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
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Is Jay-Jiguang Zhu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (713) 486-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay-Jiguang Zhu?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (713) 486-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu have?
Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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