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Dr. Robert Pu, MD

Anatomic Pathologist, Cytopathologist

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pu, Anatomic Pathologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Robert Pu, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pu completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Cytopathology; Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Pu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pu’s office at (517) 338-9090.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Cytopathology; Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C)

    Is Dr. Pu board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Pu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Pu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Pu typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Pu 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. Pu. 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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Abnormal Cells in Cervix
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • General abnormal cervical cells
    • Unspecified Pap test abnormality
    • Cervical smear abnormal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87619: Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from cervix uteri

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Pu typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Pu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 338-9090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pu accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Pu in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pu's office located?

    Dr. Robert Pu's Primary Practice

    600 Gresham Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (517) 338-9090

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    Dr. Robert Pu's Practice 2

    1060 First Colonial Rd

    Virginia Bch, VA 23454

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    Dr. Robert Pu's Practice 3

    1144 N Road St

    Elizabeth City, NC 27909

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

    Dr. Pu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841372828.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pu?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Pu's specialty?

    Dr. Pu is an Anatomic Pathologist near Norfolk, VA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?

    A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.

    Is Dr. Robert Pu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pu is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Chesapeake Regional 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

    When to see an Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist. 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. Robert Pu accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Pu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Pu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pu's office at (517) 338-9090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Pu?

    Please contact Dr. Pu's office at (517) 338-9090 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pu's office located?

    Dr. Pu's offices are located in Norfolk, VA, Virginia Bch, VA, and Elizabeth City, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Pu have?

    Dr. Robert Pu is certified by the American Board of Pathology.