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Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez, MD

Jacksonville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu-Chavez, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wu-Chavez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu-Chavez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu-Chavez’s office at (904) 861-1900.

    What languages does Dr. Wu-Chavez speak?

    Dr. Wu-Chavez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wu-Chavez treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Wu-Chavez 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. Wu-Chavez. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Which procedures does Dr. Wu-Chavez perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wu-Chavez's office.

    Does Dr. Wu-Chavez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu-Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 861-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu-Chavez accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Wu-Chavez in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • BILO / Winn Dixie

    • CareCentrix

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wu-Chavez's office located?

    Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez's Primary Practice

    4160 University Blvd S

    Jacksonville, FL 32216

    (904) 861-1900

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    Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez's Practice 2

    199 S US Highway 17 # A

    East Palatka, FL 32131

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    Island Doctors East Palatka

    199 S US Highway 17

    East Palatka, FL 32131

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    What is Dr. Wu-Chavez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wu-Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457334757.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wu-Chavez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wu-Chavez

    What is Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez's specialty?

    Dr. Wu-Chavez is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Jacksonville, FL. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Wu-Chavez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wu-Chavez is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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

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    Is Alexa Wu-Chavez accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexa Wu-Chavez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu-Chavez's office at (904) 861-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexa Wu-Chavez?

    Please contact Dr. Wu-Chavez's office at (904) 861-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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