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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yu, Infectious Disease Specialist in Clinton, MD?
Dr. Edwin Yu, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Clinton, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Yu completed his residency at Northwestern University. Dr. Yu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (602) 521-4675.
Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern University
Is Dr. Yu board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edwin Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Yu typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Yu typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edwin Yu may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Yu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 521-4675 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Clinton, MD?
Dr. Yu in Clinton, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yu's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Edwin Yu an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Yu has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Yu, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Yu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467597575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yu
What is Dr. Edwin Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Clinton, MD.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Edwin Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edwin Yu accepting new patients in Clinton, MD?
Yes, Dr. Edwin Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edwin Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (602) 521-4675 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edwin Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (602) 521-4675 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edwin Yu have?
Dr. Edwin Yu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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