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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gu, Family Medicine Specialist in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Yilei Gu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gu’s office at (253) 985-6688.
What languages does Dr. Gu speak?
Dr. Gu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gu 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. Gu. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yilei Gu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gu accept my insurance?
Dr. Gu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 985-6688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gu accept in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Gu in Lakewood, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
First Health Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gu's office located?
Dr. Yilei Gu's Primary Practice
11307 Bridgeport Way SW Ste 200
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 985-6688
What is Dr. Gu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063891380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gu
What is Dr. Yilei Gu's specialty?
Dr. Gu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lakewood, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Yilei Gu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gu is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Fred Hutchinson Cancer 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Yilei Gu accepting new patients in Lakewood, WA?
Yes, Dr. Yilei Gu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yilei Gu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gu's office at (253) 985-6688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yilei Gu?
Please contact Dr. Gu's office at (253) 985-6688 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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