19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Tu completed his residency at St. Marys Medical Center & UCSF- San Francisco, CA. He is a member of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons and American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Dr. Tu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (619) 269-4747.
Where did Dr. Tu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Marys Medical Center & UCSF- San Francisco, CA
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Tu treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Tu 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. Tu. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Right leg claudication
- PAD right leg pain with activity
- Right leg artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg
Also known as:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Other Arthritis in Right Ankle and Foot
- Arthritis in the Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Arthritis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Ankle and Foot Joint Inflammation
- Atypical Right Ankle and Foot Arthritis
- Specific Right Ankle and Foot Arthritis
- Ankle Joint Inflammation
- Foot Joint Inflammation
- Ankle and Foot Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M13871: Other specified arthritis, right ankle and foot
- M13872: Other specified arthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
- M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Heel Cord Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg
- M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg
Also known as:
- Metatarsalgia
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Foot Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7741: Metatarsalgia, right foot
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Heel Spur
- Bone Disease
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Calcaneal Bone Spur
- Heel Bone Spur
- Plantar Spur
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7731: Calcaneal spur, right foot
Also known as:
- Metatarsalgia
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Metatarsal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7742: Metatarsalgia, left foot
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Heel and Midfoot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97422: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
Which procedures does Dr. Tu perform as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tu's office.
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 269-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tu 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu's Primary Practice
4475 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 269-4747
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Member
2012
American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Member
2010
What is Dr. Tu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134270994.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tu
What is Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu's specialty?
Dr. Tu is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near San Diego, CA. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Tu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital 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
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Is Richard Minh-Long Tu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (619) 269-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Minh-Long Tu?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (619) 269-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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