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Dr. Yilin Chu, MD

Dr. Yilin Chu, MD

Santa Clara, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chu, Ophthalmologist in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Yilin Chu, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Chu completed her residency at University of Texas At Southwestern. Dr. Chu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (530) 666-1631.

    Where did Dr. Chu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Texas At Southwestern

    Is Dr. Chu board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Yilin Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Chu speak?

    Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 666-1631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Chu in Santa Clara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Contra Costa

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Chu's office located?

    Dr. Yilin Chu's Primary Practice

    700 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

    (530) 666-1631

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    Dr. Yilin Chu's Practice 2

    2200 Ofarrell St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Yilin Chu's Practice 3

    2238 Geary Blvd

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659394179.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?

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

    What is Dr. Yilin Chu's specialty?

    Dr. Chu is a Ophthalmologist near Santa Clara, CA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yilin Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Santa Clara Medical Center. 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 Yilin Chu accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yilin Chu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yilin Chu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (530) 666-1631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yilin Chu?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (530) 666-1631 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yilin Chu have?

    Dr. Yilin Chu is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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