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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shu, Internist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Shu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shu’s office at (408) 885-5000.
Is Dr. Shu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shu speak?
Dr. Shu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shu 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. Shu. 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:
- 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shu accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Shu 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
All Other Third Party
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shu's office located?
What is Dr. Shu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124264163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shu
What is Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu's specialty?
Dr. Shu is a Internist near San Jose, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Chen-Tsen Shu accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chen-Tsen Shu?
Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu have?
Dr. Chen-Tsen Shu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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