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Dr. Betty Yu, MD

Dr. Betty Yu, MD

Fountain Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yu, Family Medicine Specialist in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Dr. Betty Yu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Yu graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Kaiser Fndn Hosp-Los Angeles, Family Medicine. Dr. Yu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (714) 965-2500.

    Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Kaiser Fndn Hosp-Los Angeles, Family Medicine | Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Yu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Betty Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yu typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yu typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 965-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Dr. Yu in Fountain Valley, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yu's office located?

    Dr. Betty Yu's Primary Practice

    9900 Talbert Ave Ste 302

    Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    (714) 965-2500

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    Dr. Betty Yu's Practice 2

    18682 Beach Blvd Ste 145

    Huntington Beach, CA 92648

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    Dr. Betty Yu's Practice 3

    20981 Magnolia St

    Huntington Beach, CA 92646

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    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 1356372965.

    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. Betty Yu's specialty?

    Dr. Yu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fountain Valley, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Betty Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Betty Yu accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Betty Yu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Betty Yu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (714) 965-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Betty Yu?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (714) 965-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Betty Yu have?

    Dr. Betty Yu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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