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. 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, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Vu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Vu typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nguyen-Steve Vu may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Vu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vu's office located?
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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
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, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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