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Dr. Irene Yu, MD

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Dr. Irene Yu, MD

Purchase, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yu, Otolaryngologist in Purchase, NY?

    Dr. Irene Yu, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Purchase, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Yu graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Yu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (914) 253-8070.

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

    • Medical School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Yu board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Irene Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Yu speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
    • H6980: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Hay Fever
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Ethmoid Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Ethmoid sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0120: Acute ethmoidal sinusitis, unspecified
    • J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis
    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Postnasal Drip
    • Sinusitis
    • PND
    • Mucus in throat
    • Throat clearing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0982: Postnasal drip

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Outer Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Chronic External Otitis', 'Long-term Outer Ear Infection', 'Persistent Swimmer's Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6063: Unspecified chronic otitis externa, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 253-8070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Purchase, NY?

    Dr. Yu in Purchase, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yu's office located?

    Dr. Irene Yu's Primary Practice

    3020 Westchester Ave Ste 303

    Purchase, NY 10577

    (914) 253-8070

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    Dr. Irene Yu's Practice 2

    1086 N Broadway Ste 220

    Yonkers, NY 10701

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    Dr. Irene Yu's Practice 3

    145 Huguenot St Ste 610

    New Rochelle, NY 10801

    (914) 235-1888

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 4 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Irene Yu an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Yu has been rated and reviewed by 4 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Yu, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063590826.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu?

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

    What is Dr. Irene Yu's specialty?

    Dr. Yu is a Otolaryngologist near Purchase, NY. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Irene Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

    Explore Otolaryngologist with 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 Irene Yu accepting new patients in Purchase, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Irene Yu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Irene Yu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (914) 253-8070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Irene Yu?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (914) 253-8070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Irene Yu have?

    Dr. Irene Yu is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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