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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yu, Nephrologist in Bellaire, TX?
Dr. Michael Yu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bellaire, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (713) 461-1234.
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Yu typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Yu 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. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Acute Kidney Failure with Outer Layer Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
- Acute Cortical Necrosis
- Kidney Cortex Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
- N171: Acute kidney failure with acute cortical necrosis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, 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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Yu typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Yu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Yu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 461-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Bellaire, TX?
Dr. Yu in Bellaire, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yu's office located?
Dr. Michael Yu's Primary Practice
6750 West Loop S Ste 855
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713) 461-1234
What is Dr. Yu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376779140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yu
What is Dr. Michael Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Nephrologist near Bellaire, TX.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Michael Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Yu accepting new patients in Bellaire, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (713) 461-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (713) 461-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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