Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vu, Neurologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Tuan Vu, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Vu graduated from Penn State and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurology; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vu’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vu’s office at (813) 974-3514.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vu?
Dr. Tuan Vu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Vu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Neuromuscular Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tampa/FL community, Dr. Vu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neurology/Neuromuscular Disease/EMG, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center of New York, New York, NY - 1996.
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurology; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Internal Medicine | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Columbia University Medical Center | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Penn State | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Vu board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Tuan Vu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
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 Dr. Vu treat?
As a Neurologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- MND', 'ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1220: Motor neuron disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Stiff-Person Syndrome
- Autoimmune Disease
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Hereditary hyperekplexia
- Stiff-Man Syndrome
- SPS
- Moersch-Woltman Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2582: Stiff-man syndrome
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Vu perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tuan Vu may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vu's office.
Does Dr. Vu accept my insurance?
Dr. Vu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 974-3514 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Vu in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Vu's office located?
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 1679503007.
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. Tuan Vu's specialty?
Dr. Vu is a Neurologist near Tampa, FL.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Vu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Tuan Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vu is affiliated with Tampa General 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 Tuan Vu accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Tuan Vu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tuan Vu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (813) 974-3514 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tuan Vu?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (813) 974-3514 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tuan Vu have?
Dr. Tuan Vu is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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