Dr. George Tu, MD
Las Vegas, NV
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tu, Pulmonologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. George Tu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Tu graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society, and Society of Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Tu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tu’s office at (702) 233-2200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tu?
Dr. George Tu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas/NV community, Dr. Tu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cedars Sina Med Center
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Tu board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. George Tu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tu speak?
Dr. Tu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Tu treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Tu 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. Tu. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J438: Other emphysema
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid
ICD-10 Codes:
- D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
What procedures does Dr. Tu perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Tu 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. Tu. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 233-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tu accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Tu in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AgeWell
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tu's office located?
Dr. George Tu's Primary Practice
3150 N Tenaya Way Ste 125
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 233-2200
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Member
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Member
American College of Chest Physicians
Fellow
American Thoracic Society
Member
Society of Critical Care Medicine
Member
What is Dr. Tu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720037898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tu
What is Dr. George Tu's specialty?
Dr. Tu is a Pulmonologist near Las Vegas, NV. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Tu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Tu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tu is affiliated with MountainView Hospital, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center 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
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Is George Tu accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. George Tu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Tu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (702) 233-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Tu?
Please contact Dr. Tu's office at (702) 233-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Tu have?
Dr. George Tu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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