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Dr. Chau Vu, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Lakeport, CA
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vu, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Lakeport, CA?
Dr. Chau Vu, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakeport, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vu graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine. Dr. Vu is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vu’s office at (360) 692-2330.
Where did Dr. Vu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vu speak?
Dr. Vu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Vu treat?
As a Interventional Pain 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.
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed hip bursa
- Hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7060: Trochanteric bursitis, unspecified hip
Also known as:
- Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Vu perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chau Vu may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vu's office.
Does Dr. Vu accept my insurance?
Dr. Vu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 692-2330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Lakeport, CA?
Dr. Vu in Lakeport, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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What is Dr. Vu's NPI number?An 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 1538508841.
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. Chau Vu's specialty?
Dr. Vu is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Lakeport, CA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Vu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chau Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vu is affiliated with Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Chau Vu accepting new patients in Lakeport, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chau Vu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chau Vu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (360) 692-2330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chau Vu?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (360) 692-2330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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