JY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yu, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Dr. James Yu, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yu completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Yu is fluent in English, 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 (615) 265-5000.
Where did Dr. Yu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Vanderbilt University Med Center
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa
Is Dr. Yu board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Yu speak?
Dr. Yu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Yu typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Yu typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?
Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 265-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Yu in Nashville, TN 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 Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1407848641.
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. James Yu's specialty?
Dr. Yu is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Nashville, TN.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. James Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Centennial 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
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Is James Yu accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Yu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Yu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (615) 265-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Yu?
Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (615) 265-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Yu have?
Dr. James Yu is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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