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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shu, Internist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. George Shu is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. Dr. Shu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shu’s office at (614) 268-8164.
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 an Internist like Dr. Shu typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. 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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Shu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shu accept my insurance?
Dr. Shu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 268-8164 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shu accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Shu in Columbus, OH 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Shu's office located?
Dr. George Shu's Primary Practice
3555 Olentangy River Rd Ste 1080
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 268-8164
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 1306104591.
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. George Shu's specialty?
Dr. Shu is a Internist near Columbus, OH.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. George Shu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shu is affiliated with Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Mount Carmel East, Mount Carmel New Albany, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Shu accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. George Shu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Shu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (614) 268-8164 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Shu?
Please contact Dr. Shu's office at (614) 268-8164 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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