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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shi-Ming Tu, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Tu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (713) 792-2830.
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tu treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Tu 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. Tu. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Testicular Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
- Testis Cancer
- Germ Cell Tumor
- Male Gonadal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
- C6290: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does Dr. Tu perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Tu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tu. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-2830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Municipal League
Community Care Plan
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
Dr. Shi-Ming Tu's Primary Practice
1155 Pressler St Unit 1374
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-2830
What is Dr. Tu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386721421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tu
What is Dr. Shi-Ming Tu's specialty?
Dr. Tu is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Tu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shi-Ming Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with UAMS 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
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Is Shi-Ming Tu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shi-Ming Tu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shi-Ming Tu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (713) 792-2830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shi-Ming Tu?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (713) 792-2830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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