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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hu, Pediatric Surgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Yue-Yung Hu, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (312) 227-4210.
What languages does Dr. Hu speak?
Dr. Hu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hu treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Hu 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. Hu. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cyst
- Ovarian Cysts
- Ovary Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N83201: Unspecified ovarian cyst, right side
What procedures does Dr. Hu perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Hu 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. Hu. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Removal and Reinsertion of Drug Delivery Implant
- Drug Implant Exchange
- Non-Biodegradable Implant Replacement
- Medication Device Change
CPT Codes:
- 11983: Removal with reinsertion, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hu in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hu's office located?
Dr. Yue-Yung Hu's Primary Practice
225 E Chicago Ave # 63
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 227-4210
What is Dr. Hu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912147349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hu
What is Dr. Yue-Yung Hu's specialty?
Dr. Hu is a Pediatric Surgeon near Chicago, IL. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Hu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yue-Yung Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital 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 Yue-Yung Hu accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Yue-Yung Hu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yue-Yung Hu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (312) 227-4210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yue-Yung Hu?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (312) 227-4210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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