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Who is Dr. Buu, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Mymy Buu, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Buu completed her residency at Stanford Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Buu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buu’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Buu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford Hospital & Clinics-Room HC 435, Stanford, CA | Stanford Hospital and Clinics-Room HC 435 CA
Residency: Stanford Hospital & Clinics
Is Dr. Buu board certified in Pediatric Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Mymy Buu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology since 2012, American Board of Pediatrics since 2009
What languages does Dr. Buu speak?
Dr. Buu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Buu treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Buu 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. Buu. 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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-Term Lung Failure with CO2 Retention
- Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Excess CO2
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9612: Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
- Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
- Worsening Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
- J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Unspecified Muscle and Nerve Junction Disorder
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Myoneural Disorder
- Muscle-Nerve Problem
- Neuromuscular Condition
- SMA
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
- Motor Neuron Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G709: Myoneural disorder, unspecified
- G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
- CF Lung Disease
- Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- SMA Type 1
- Werdnig-Hoffman Disease
- Severe Infantile SMA
ICD-10 Codes:
- G120: Infantile spinal muscular atrophy, type I [Werdnig-Hoffman]
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Long-term Bronchitis
- Persistent Bronchitis
- Inflamed Airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J411: Mucopurulent chronic bronchitis
Which procedures does Dr. Buu perform as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mymy Buu may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buu's office.
Does Dr. Buu accept my insurance?
Dr. Buu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buu accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Buu in Palo Alto, 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
Blue Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Mateo
Partnership Health Plan
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buu's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Stanford University School of Medicine
Crandall Endowed Fellowship
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
2nd year Clinical Fellowship
Scholar, Bass Society of Pediatric Scholars
Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health
Ernest and Amelia Gallo Endowed Fellow
Community Access to Child Health Grant, American Academy of Pediatric
Publications
Asthma, tobacco smoke and the indoor environment
JOURL OF ASTHMA, 2014
Asthma, Tobacco Smoke
Jourl of Asthma, 2013
What is Dr. Buu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447447164.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buu
What is Dr. Mymy Buu's specialty?
Dr. Buu is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Buu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mymy Buu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Mymy Buu accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mymy Buu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mymy Buu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mymy Buu?
Please contact Dr. Buu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mymy Buu have?
Dr. Mymy Buu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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