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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chu, Urologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Carissa Chu, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (415) 476-1239.
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Chu typically treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Testicular Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
- Testis Cancer
- Germ Cell Tumor
- Male Gonadal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
- C6290: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Ureteral Cancer
- Cancer
- Ureteral Disorder
- Transitional Cell Cancer of the Renal Pelvis and Ureter Treatment (PDQ)
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
- Cancer of the ureter
- Ureter carcinoma
- Urothelial cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C671: Malignant neoplasm of dome of bladder
- C669: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ureter
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Chu typically perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Also known as:
- Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
- Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
- Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chu in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Central Health
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Dr. Carissa Chu's Primary Practice
1600 Divisadero St
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-1239
What hospitals are Dr. Chu affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Sutter Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Sutter Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital,Florence, ORRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital,Florence, OR
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Renown Regional Medical Center,Reno, NVRanked in 2 Procedures
Renown Regional Medical Center,Reno, NV
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Sutter Amador Hospital,Jackson, CA
Sutter Amador Hospital,Jackson, CA
Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063807220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Carissa Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is an Urologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is Dr. Carissa Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Renown Regional 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 Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Carissa Chu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carissa Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carissa Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (415) 476-1239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carissa Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (415) 476-1239 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Dr. Chu's offices are located in San Francisco, CA and Berkeley, CA.
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