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Dr. Hongbo Yu, MD
West Roxbury, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Yu, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in West Roxbury, MA?
Dr. Hongbo Yu, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in West Roxbury, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Yu graduated from China Medical University. Dr. Yu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (857) 203-5898.
Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: China Medical University
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Yu treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Use
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does Dr. Yu perform?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Yu 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. Yu. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (857) 203-5898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in West Roxbury, MA?
Dr. Yu in West Roxbury, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Plans
Point32Health
Student Assurance Service
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yu's office located?
What is Dr. Yu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336187632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yu
What is Dr. Hongbo Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near West Roxbury, MA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hongbo Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: West Roxbury Va Medical Center, Brockton Va Medical Center, Jamaica Plain Va Medical Center, Edward P. Boland Department Of Veterans Affairs 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 Hongbo Yu accepting new patients in West Roxbury, MA?
Yes, Dr. Hongbo Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hongbo Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (857) 203-5898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hongbo Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (857) 203-5898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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