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Dr. Brian Chu, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chu, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Brian Chu, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (619) 528-5000.

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

      Is Dr. Chu board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Brian Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

      What languages does Dr. Chu speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?

      As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
      • Health Checkup
      • Normal Well-Child Checkup
      • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
      • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:

      • Common Cold
      • Upper Respiratory Infection
      • Head Cold
      • Cold Symptoms

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Cough
      • Coughing
      • Persistent cough
      • Chronic cough

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R059: Cough, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Autism Screening
      • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
      • ASD Screening
      • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
      • Early Autism Detection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

      Also known as:

      • Sore Throat
      • Acute pharyngitis
      • Throat inflammation
      • Acute throat infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
      • Baby Health Checkup
      • Infant and Newborn Care
      • Early infant health exam
      • First week baby checkup
      • Post-delivery newborn exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

      Also known as:

      • Developmental Delay Screening
      • Health Screening
      • Child Development Check
      • Developmental Milestones Screening
      • Early Intervention Screening

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

      Also known as:

      • Other Brain Development Problems
      • Brain Malformations
      • Isolated lissencephaly sequence
      • Lissencephaly with cerebellar hypoplasia
      • X-linked lissencephaly with abnormal genitalia
      • Congenital Brain Reduction Defects
      • Underdeveloped Brain Regions
      • Brain Size Abnormalities

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Q043: Other reduction deformities of brain

      Also known as:

      • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
      • Fluoride application
      • Dental fluoride treatment
      • Prophylactic fluoride

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

      Which procedures does Dr. Chu perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

      As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Chu may include:

      For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chu's office.

      Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?

      Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in San Diego, CA?

      Dr. Chu in San Diego, 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

      • Crown Cork and Seal Company

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • First Medical Health Plan

      • Health Plan of San Joaquin

      • Heartland Alliance

      • Other Health Care Provider

      • State of California

      • University of California

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      Where is Dr. Chu's office located?

      Dr. Brian Chu's Primary Practice

      4647 Zion Ave

      San Diego, CA 92120

      (619) 528-5000

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      Dr. Brian Chu's Practice 2

      4405 Vandever Ave

      San Diego, CA 92120

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

      Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235287061.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?

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

      What is Dr. Brian Chu's specialty?

      Dr. Chu is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Brian Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

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      Is Brian Chu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Brian Chu is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Brian Chu offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Brian Chu?

      Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Chu have?

      Dr. Brian Chu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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