23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vu, Pediatrician in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Christopher Vu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Vu graduated from University of California and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Vu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vu’s office at (408) 270-3374.
Where did Dr. Vu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | University of California
Is Dr. Vu board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vu speak?
Dr. Vu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vu typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vu 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. Vu. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vu typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Vu may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Vu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vu accept my insurance?
Dr. Vu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 270-3374 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Vu in San Jose, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vu's office located?
Dr. Christopher Vu's Primary Practice
1642 E Capitol Expy
San Jose, CA 95121
(408) 270-3374
What is Dr. Vu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659310902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vu
What is Dr. Christopher Vu's specialty?
Dr. Vu is a Pediatrician near San Jose, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Christopher Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vu 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christopher Vu accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (408) 270-3374 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vu?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (408) 270-3374 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Vu have?
Dr. Christopher Vu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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