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Dr. Rachel Shu, MD

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Dr. Rachel Shu, MD

San Francisco, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shu, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Rachel Shu, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Shu completed her residency at St Luke'S Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Shu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shu’s office at (415) 379-6800.

    Where did Dr. Shu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Luke'S Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo

    Is Dr. Shu board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Shu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Shu speak?

    Dr. Shu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shu treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shu 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. Shu. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Vaginitis
    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginitis
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Atrophic Vaginitis
    • Vaginal Dryness in Menopause
    • Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N952: Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma of uterus
    • Myoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Uterine leiomyoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammogram
    • Breast Exam
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    What procedures does Dr. Shu perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shu. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Uterus Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Shu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 379-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shu accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Shu in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shu's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Shu's Primary Practice

    3838 California St Rm 412

    San Francisco, CA 94118

    (415) 379-6800

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    Dr. Rachel Shu's Practice 2

    1 Daniel Burnham Ct Ste 230C

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Patients give Dr. Rachel Shu an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shu has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shu, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Shu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942358577.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shu

    What is Dr. Rachel Shu's specialty?

    Dr. Shu is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Francisco, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Shu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Shu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shu is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

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    Is Rachel Shu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Shu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Shu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (415) 379-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Shu?

    Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (415) 379-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Shu have?

    Dr. Rachel Shu is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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