19 Years of Experience
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. 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 Medicare 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 a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Tu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Tu typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Tu 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
- Midtarsal Arthrodesis
- Tarsometatarsal Fusion
- Foot Joint Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint
Also known as:
- Foot Joint Exploration and Cleaning
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrotomy
- Toe Joint Surgery
- Foot Joint Drainage
- Foreign Body Removal Foot
CPT Codes:
- 28022: Arthrotomy, including exploration, drainage, or removal of loose or foreign body; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Big Toe Bone Realignment
- Sesamoid Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28298: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with proximal phalanx osteotomy, any method
Also known as:
- Open Tendon Release in Foot or Toe
- Foot Tendon Cutting
- Toe Extensor Tenotomy
- Open Foot Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28234: Tenotomy, open, extensor, foot or toe, each tendon
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
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 Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Minh-Long Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 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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