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Dr. Kurt Hu, MD

Milwaukee, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hu, Pulmonologist in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Kurt Hu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hu completed his residency at Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program. Dr. Hu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (414) 955-6824.

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

    • Residency: Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program

    What languages does Dr. Hu speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hu typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hu 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. Hu. 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:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    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

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hu typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hu 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. Hu. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
    • Chest Wall Manipulation
    • Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
    • Airway Clearance Therapy
    • Cupping for Lung Function

    CPT Codes:

    • 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation

    Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 955-6824 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Hu in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Kurt Hu's Primary Practice

    9200 W Wisconsin Ave

    Milwaukee, WI 53226

    (414) 955-6824

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    Dr. Kurt Hu's Practice 2

    W180N8000 Town Hall Rd

    Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

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    Dr. Kurt Hu's Practice 3

    8701 Watertown Plank Rd

    Milwaukee, WI 53226

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

    Dr. Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699114157.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hu?

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

    What is Dr. Kurt Hu's specialty?

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Kurt Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Froedtert West Bend Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Appleton 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

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    Is Dr. Kurt Hu accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Kurt Hu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kurt Hu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (414) 955-6824 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kurt Hu?

    Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (414) 955-6824 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hu's office located?

    Dr. Hu's offices are located in Milwaukee, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.