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Dr. Karina Escudero Chu, MD
Plant City, FL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Escudero Chu, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Plant City, FL?
Dr. Karina Escudero Chu, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Plant City, FL. Dr. Escudero Chu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escudero Chu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escudero Chu’s office at (813) 754-5480.
What languages does Dr. Escudero Chu speak?
Dr. Escudero Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Escudero Chu typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Escudero 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. Escudero 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Escudero Chu typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Escudero 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. Escudero 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Escudero Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Escudero Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 754-5480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escudero Chu accept in Plant City, FL?
Dr. Escudero Chu in Plant City, FL 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Escudero Chu's office located?
Dr. Karina Escudero Chu's Primary Practice
228 W Alexander St
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 754-5480
What is Dr. Escudero Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escudero Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053826156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escudero Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escudero Chu
What is Dr. Karina Escudero Chu's specialty?
Dr. Escudero Chu is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Plant City, FL.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Karina Escudero Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Escudero Chu is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karina Escudero Chu accepting new patients in Plant City, FL?
No, Dr. Karina Escudero Chu is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karina Escudero Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escudero Chu's office at (813) 754-5480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karina Escudero Chu?
Please contact Dr. Escudero Chu's office at (813) 754-5480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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