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Who is Dr. Yu, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. James Yu, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (813) 745-4673.
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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:
- 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Which procedures does Dr. Yu perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Yu may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yu's office.
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 745-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Yu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yu's office located?
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 1871157438.
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. James Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James 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: Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia 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 James Yu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (813) 745-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (813) 745-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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