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Who is Dr. Chu, Pediatric Dermatologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Derek Chu, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Infantile Eczema
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Rashes
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
- Baby eczema
- Childhood atopic dermatitis
- Infant skin rash
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
- L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Congenital Birthmark
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Nevus at birth
- Mole at birth
- Congenital melanocytic nevus
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Vitiligo
- Skin depigmentation
- White patches on skin
- Loss of skin color
ICD-10 Codes:
- L80: Vitiligo
Also known as:
- Alopecia Areata
- Non-Scarring Hair Loss
- Hair Loss
- Alopecia areata
- Patchy hair loss
- Autoimmune hair loss
- Spot baldness
- Reversible hair loss
- Temporary baldness
- Non-permanent hair thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified
- L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Skin Infection
- Water Warts
- Molluscum
ICD-10 Codes:
- B081: Molluscum contagiosum
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unexplained Skin Pigment Disorder
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Skin Color Changes
- Pigmentation Problems
- Skin Discoloration
ICD-10 Codes:
- L819: Disorder of pigmentation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chu perform as a Pediatric Dermatologist?
As a Pediatric Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Derek Chu may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chu's office.
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chu in Palo Alto, 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
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275827404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Derek Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is a Pediatric Dermatologist near Palo Alto, CA. With advanced training, a pediatric dermatologist has acquired knowledge in dealing with particular types of skin disorders, focusing mainly on conditions that predominantly impact infants, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Dermatologist?
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Is Derek Chu accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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