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Who is Dr. Gu, Family Medicine Specialist in Palm Springs, CA?
Dr. David Gu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gu’s office at (626) 600-2661.
What languages does Dr. Gu speak?
Dr. Gu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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
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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David 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 (626) 600-2661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gu accept in Palm Springs, CA?
Dr. Gu in Palm Springs, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gu's office located?
Dr. David Gu's Primary Practice
1150 N Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(626) 600-2661
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 1851719371.
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. David Gu's specialty?
Dr. Gu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Palm Springs, CA.
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. David Gu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pioneers Memorial Hospital, Desert Regional Medical Center, El Centro Regional Medical Center, Imperial Valley Healthcare District, Menifee Global Medical Center, Loma Linda University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 David Gu accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Gu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Gu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gu's office at (626) 600-2661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Gu?
Please contact Dr. Gu's office at (626) 600-2661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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