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Dr. Thomas Hau, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Jose, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hau, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Thomas Hau, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Hau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hau’s office at (408) 972-3000.

    Is Dr. Hau board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Hau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hau typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hau 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. Hau. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hau typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Hau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hau accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Hau in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hau's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Hau's Primary Practice

    250 Hospital Pkwy

    San Jose, CA 95119

    (408) 972-3000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hau affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center,San Jose, CA
    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center,San Jose, CA
    Redwood City Medical Center,Redwood City, CA

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

    Dr. Hau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144301433.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hau?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Hau's specialty?

    Dr. Hau is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Thomas Hau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hau is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Thomas Hau accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Hau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Hau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hau's office at (408) 972-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Hau?

    Please contact Dr. Hau's office at (408) 972-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hau's office located?

    Dr. Hau's office is located in San Jose, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Hau have?

    Dr. Thomas Hau is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.