Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hu, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Serena Hu, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hu completed her residency at Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hu is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hu’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hu?
Dr. Serena Hu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Scoliosis, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford, CA community, Dr. Hu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp For Special Surg, Orthopedic Surgery Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada
Is Dr. Hu board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Serena Hu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hu speak?
Dr. Hu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hu typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hu typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hu 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Hu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hu accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Hu in Stanford, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1144274747.
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. Serena Hu's specialty?
Dr. Hu is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Stanford, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Serena Hu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Serena Hu accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Serena Hu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Serena Hu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Serena Hu?
Please contact Dr. Hu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Serena Hu have?
Dr. Serena Hu is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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