Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buu, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Palo Alto, CA?
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 as a 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 a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Buu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Buu typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Buu 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Blue Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Molina Healthcare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Buu's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Buu affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Buu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Awards
Crandall Endowed Fellowship – Stanford University School of Medicine
2nd year Clinical Fellowship – Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Scholar, Bass Society of Pediatric Scholars, 2012
Ernest and Amelia Gallo Endowed Fellow – Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health
Community Access to Child Health Grant, American Academy of Pediatric, 2007
Publications
Asthma, tobacco smoke and the indoor environment, 2014
Asthma, Tobacco Smoke, 2013
What is Dr. Buu's NPI number?A 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