30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Family Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Zhongheng Tu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Tu graduated from Tianjin Second Medical College. Dr. Tu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (661) 945-5984.
Where did Dr. Tu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tianjin Medical College | Tianjin Second Medical College
Is Dr. Tu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Zhongheng Tu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zhongheng Tu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Tu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 945-5984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Tu in Lancaster, 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
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
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 1962625459.
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. Zhongheng Tu's specialty?
Dr. Tu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Zhongheng Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zhongheng Tu accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Zhongheng Tu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zhongheng Tu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (661) 945-5984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zhongheng Tu?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (661) 945-5984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zhongheng Tu have?
Dr. Zhongheng Tu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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