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Dr. Nguyen Khuu, MD

Santa Ana, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khuu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen Khuu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Khuu graduated from University of California. Dr. Khuu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khuu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khuu’s office at (714) 953-3331.

    Where did Dr. Khuu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Khuu board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen Khuu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Khuu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Khuu treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Khuu 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. Khuu. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Khuu perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nguyen Khuu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Khuu's office.

    Does Dr. Khuu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khuu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 953-3331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khuu accept in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Khuu in Santa Ana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Khuu's office located?

    Dr. Nguyen Khuu's Primary Practice

    1001 N Tustin Ave

    Santa Ana, CA 92705

    (714) 953-3331

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    Dr. Nguyen Khuu's Practice 2

    12601 Garden Grove Blvd

    Garden Grove, CA 92843

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

    Dr. Khuu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255374187.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khuu?

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

    What is Dr. Nguyen Khuu's specialty?

    Dr. Khuu is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Ana, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Khuu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nguyen Khuu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khuu is affiliated with Orange County Global Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Nguyen Khuu accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen Khuu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nguyen Khuu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khuu's office at (714) 953-3331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nguyen Khuu?

    Please contact Dr. Khuu's office at (714) 953-3331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nguyen Khuu have?

    Dr. Nguyen Khuu is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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