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Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu, MD

Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu, MD

Redondo Beach, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vu, Pulmonologist in Redondo Beach, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Redondo Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vu graduated from Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Vu is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vu’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. Vu’s office.

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

    • Residency: Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vu board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vu speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Vu treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Vu 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. Vu. 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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Long-term Bronchitis
    • Persistent Bronchitis
    • Inflamed Airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Does Dr. Vu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Redondo Beach, CA?

    Dr. Vu in Redondo Beach, 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Freedom Health

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu's Primary Practice

    514 N Prospect Ave Fl 4

    Redondo Beach, CA 90277

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    Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu's Practice 2

    3565 Del Amo Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90503

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    Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu's Practice 3

    824 E Carson St Ste 104

    Carson, CA 90745

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

    Dr. Vu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427133347.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vu?

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

    What is Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu's specialty?

    Dr. Vu is a Pulmonologist near Redondo Beach, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Vu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vu is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Torrance Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

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    Is Nguyen-Steve Vu accepting new patients in Redondo Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nguyen-Steve Vu?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu have?

    Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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