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Who is Dr. Yu Chua, Hospitalist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Nathaniel Yu Chua, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yu Chua is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu Chua’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu Chua’s office.
What languages does Dr. Yu Chua speak?
Dr. Yu Chua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Yu Chua treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Yu Chua 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 Chua. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Yu Chua perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nathaniel Yu Chua may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yu Chua's office.
Does Dr. Yu Chua accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu Chua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu Chua accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Yu Chua in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
First Administrators
First Choice Health Network
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yu Chua's office located?
What is Dr. Yu Chua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yu Chua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518290931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu Chua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yu Chua
What is Dr. Nathaniel Yu Chua's specialty?
Dr. Yu Chua is a Hospitalist near Tacoma, WA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Yu Chua to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nathaniel Yu Chua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yu Chua is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Clare Hospital In Lakewood, St. Elizabeth Hospital In Enumclaw. 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Nathaniel Yu Chua accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Nathaniel Yu Chua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nathaniel Yu Chua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu Chua's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nathaniel Yu Chua?
Please contact Dr. Yu Chua's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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