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Who is Dr. Fu, Epilepsy Specialist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Aradia Fu is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Fu graduated from University of Calif College of Medicine - Irvine and completed her residency at Barrow Neurological Institute / St Josephs Med Ctr. Dr. Fu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fu’s office at (515) 241-4200.
Where did Dr. Fu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Yale
Residency: Barrow Neurological Institute / St Josephs Med Ctr
Medical School: University of Calif College of Medicine - Irvine
What languages does Dr. Fu speak?
Dr. Fu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Fu typically treat?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Fu 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. Fu. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Recurrent seizures
- Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal seizures
- Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy
- Drug-resistant epilepsy
- Refractory epilepsy
- Hard-to-treat epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40804: Other epilepsy, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Fu typically perform?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aradia Fu may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Fu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fu accept my insurance?
Dr. Fu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fu accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Fu in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Fu's office located?
Dr. Aradia Fu's Primary Practice
1221 Pleasant St Ste 300
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-4200
What is Dr. Fu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578855631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fu
What is Dr. Aradia Fu's specialty?
Dr. Fu is a Epilepsy Specialist near Des Moines, IA.
What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
Is this Dr. Aradia Fu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fu is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center, Graham Hospital, Osf Healthcare St. Mary 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
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Is Aradia Fu accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Aradia Fu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aradia Fu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fu's office at (515) 241-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aradia Fu?
Please contact Dr. Fu's office at (515) 241-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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