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Dr. Joseph Chu, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Fairfax, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Joseph Chu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chu graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (703) 391-3842.

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

    • Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Chu board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chu speak?

    Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chu typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Headache
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Unusual headache
    • Rare headache syndrome
    • Atypical headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4489: Other headache syndrome

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Chu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 391-3842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Chu in Fairfax, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chu's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Chu's Primary Practice

    3600 Joseph Siewick Dr

    Fairfax, VA 22033

    (703) 391-3842

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    Dr. Joseph Chu's Practice 2

    500 Hospital Dr

    Warrenton, VA 20186

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    What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104832278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu

    What is Dr. Joseph Chu's specialty?

    Dr. Chu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fairfax, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Joseph Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Prince William Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Joseph Chu accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Chu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Chu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (703) 391-3842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Chu?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (703) 391-3842 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chu's office located?

    Dr. Chu's offices are located in Fairfax, VA and Warrenton, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Chu have?

    Dr. Joseph Chu is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.