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Dr. Sarah Yu, MD

Dr. Sarah Yu, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yu, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in New York, NY?

    Dr. Yu is Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology. She attended the combined BA/MD program at The Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education and received her medical degree at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn. She completed her residency at SUNY Downstate, where she stayed on after completing her training. Her areas of focus include full spectrum obstetrics, well woman care, cervical dysplasia, leiomyomatous disease, abnormal uterine bleeding, sexually transmitted infections, family planning, gynecologic surgery, and menopausal care.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yu?

    Dr. Sarah Yu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Obstetrics Only, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Yu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Yu speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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:

    • Prenatal Screening
    • Prenatal Testing
    • Antenatal Testing
    • Pregnancy Screening
    • Maternal Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z369: Encounter for antenatal screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care for First Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy
    • First Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Care for First Pregnancy
    • Maternity Care for First-Time Moms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
    • Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
    • Z3400: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • First-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • Postpartum Care
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Moderate vaginal tear
    • Second degree tear after birth
    • Perineal muscle tear
    • Minor vaginal tear
    • Superficial perineal laceration
    • First degree tear after birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery
    • O700: First degree perineal laceration during delivery

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Disease Carrier Screening
    • Other Genetic and Chromosomal Screening
    • Genetic Testing
    • Health Screening
    • Genetic Carrier Test
    • Hereditary Disease Carrier Screening
    • Preconception Genetic Screening
    • Additional Genetic Testing
    • Advanced Chromosome Screening
    • Specific Genetic Anomaly Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1371: Encounter for nonprocreative screening for genetic disease carrier status
    • Z1379: Encounter for other screening for genetic and chromosomal anomalies

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09521: Supervision of elderly multigravida, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older first pregnancy
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (first birth)
    • Geriatric primigravida care
    • Older first-time mom pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09511: Supervision of elderly primigravida, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Female Genetic Carrier Testing for Family Planning
    • Genetic Testing
    • Women's Carrier Screening for Pregnancy
    • Female Preconception Carrier Testing
    • Genetic Disease Carrier Status Testing (Female)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z31430: Encounter of female for testing for genetic disease carrier status for procreative management

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Weak Labor Contractions (Secondary Uterine Inertia)
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Uterine inertia
    • Labor arrest
    • Failure to progress in labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O621: Secondary uterine inertia

    What procedures does Dr. Yu perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Yu 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. 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:

    • Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
    • Prenatal Care
    • Antepartum visits
    • Pregnancy check-ups
    • Maternity care appointments

    CPT Codes:

    • 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
    • Prenatal Care
    • Antepartum Care
    • Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Obstetric Visits

    CPT Codes:

    • 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device removal
    • Take out IUD
    • Remove birth control device
    • IUD explant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Lining Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endometrial Biopsy
    • Uterine Biopsy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling

    CPT Codes:

    • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Colposcopy with Curettage
    • Vaginal Colposcopy with Endocervical Curettage
    • Cervical Exam with Tissue Sample
    • Cervical Biopsy during Colposcopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 57456: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with endocervical curettage

    Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Chevron

    • Cigna

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yu's office located?

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    211 East 80th Street

    2nd Floor

    New York, NY 10075

    (917) 300-0553

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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 1033475645.

    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. Sarah Yu's specialty?

    Dr. Yu is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near New York, NY. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell 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

    Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Explore Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) 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 Sarah Yu accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Sarah Yu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Yu?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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