CH
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hu, Pediatrician in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Caroline Hu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. Dr. Hu graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL. Dr. Hu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (510) 752-6592.
Where did Dr. Hu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
What languages does Dr. Hu speak?
Dr. Hu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hu typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Blood Cancer
- Leukemic Cancer
- White Blood Cell Cancer
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z856: Personal history of leukemia
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
- Langerhans cell histiocytosis
- Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Treatment (PDQ)
- LCH
- Unifocal LCH
ICD-10 Codes:
- C966: Unifocal Langerhans-cell histiocytosis
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hu typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Caroline Hu may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Hu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-6592 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Hu in Oakland, 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Hu's office located?
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 1689889206.
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. Caroline Hu's specialty?
Dr. Hu is a Pediatrician near Oakland, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Caroline Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Caroline Hu accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Hu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Hu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (510) 752-6592 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Hu?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (510) 752-6592 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pediatrician Near Oakland, CA
SJ
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Shawnda Johnson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years.
Oakland, CA
KS
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Katrina Saba, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Oakland, CA
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Lisa Siskind, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Oakland, CA