Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hu, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Phong Hu, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hu graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain. Dr. Hu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office at (858) 764-3000.
Where did Dr. Hu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain
Is Dr. Hu board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Phong Hu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Dr. Hu treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hu perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Phong Hu may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hu's office.
Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 764-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hu in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1104017169.
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. Phong Hu's specialty?
Dr. Hu is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Hu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Phong Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Phong Hu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Phong Hu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phong Hu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (858) 764-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phong Hu?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office at (858) 764-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phong Hu have?
Dr. Phong Hu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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