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Dr. Jerome Vu, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Jerome Vu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Vu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vu’s office at (661) 632-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Vu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vu typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vu 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. Vu. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jerome Vu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Vu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 632-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Vu in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Texas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Jerome Vu's Primary Practice

    2215 Truxtun Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 632-5000

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

    Dr. Vu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811213267.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vu?

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

    What is Dr. Jerome Vu's specialty?

    Dr. Vu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Jerome Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vu is affiliated with St. David's Round Rock Medical Center, St. David's North Austin Medical Center, Heart Hospital Of Austin, St. David's South Austin Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Jerome Vu accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jerome Vu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jerome Vu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (661) 632-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jerome Vu?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (661) 632-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Vu's office is located in Bakersfield, CA.