RY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Yu, Urologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Richard Yu, MD, PHD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yu graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Yu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (617) 355-7796.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yu?
Dr. Richard Yu, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Anomalies-Genitourinary, Pyeloplasty, Robotic Surgery, Transplant-Kidney-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Yu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
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 Urologist, 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:
- Phimosis
- Other Foreskin Problems
- Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Various foreskin issues
- Unspecified foreskin conditions
- Foreskin abnormalities
- Preputial Adhesions
- Glans Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- N478: Other disorders of prepuce
- N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1339: Other hydronephrosis
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Blocked Kidney-Ureter Junction at Birth
- Ureteral Disorder
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- VUR
- Urine Reflux
- Congenital UPJ obstruction
- Ureteropelvic junction obstruction
- Kidney outlet blockage in newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
- Q6211: Congenital occlusion of ureteropelvic junction
Also known as:
- Hypospadias
- Penoscrotal Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Urethral Opening on Underside of Penis
- Congenital Urethral Anomaly
- Penile Hypospadias
- Urethral Opening at Penis-Scrotum Junction
- Congenital Penoscrotal Urethral Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q541: Hypospadias, penile
- Q542: Hypospadias, penoscrotal
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle in Groin (One Side)
- Birth Defects
- Testicular Disorder
- Unilateral Inguinal Testis
- One Testicle in Groin
- Cryptorchidism (Inguinal)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q53112: Unilateral inguinal testis
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Congenital Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney swelling at birth
- Fetal hydronephrosis
- Hydronephrosis in newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q620: Congenital hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Retractile Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Ascending Testicle
- Mobile Testicle
- Gliding Testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5522: Retractile testis
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Varicocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Varicose Veins
- Scrotal Varicose Veins
- Pampiniform Plexus Varices
- Testicular Varices
ICD-10 Codes:
- I861: Scrotal varices
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:
- Balanic Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Glandular Hypospadias
- Coronal Hypospadias
- Mild Hypospadias
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q540: Hypospadias, balanic
Also known as:
- Male Urethral Stricture After Procedure (Meatal)
- Urethral Disorder
- Post-surgery Urethral Narrowing
- Meatal Stenosis (Male)
- Urethral Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- N99110: Postprocedural urethral stricture, male, meatal
Which procedures does Dr. Yu perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Yu may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
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 (617) 355-7796 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Yu in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
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 1043386808.
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. Richard Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Urologist near Boston, MA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard 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: Boston Children's 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
Where can I learn more about Urologist?
Explore Urologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Richard Yu accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (617) 355-7796 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (617) 355-7796 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Urologist Near Boston, MA
PC
Pediatric Urologist
Accepting patientsDr. Peter Cai, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Boston, MA
TL
Pediatric Urologist
Accepting patientsDr. Ted Lee, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Boston, MA
MK
Pediatric Urologist
Accepting patientsDr. Melise Keays, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Boston, MA