34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vu, Internist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Chung Vu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Vu graduated from University of Saigon Faculty of Medicine,Vietnam and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vu is fluent in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vu’s office at (408) 274-0226.
Where did Dr. Vu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Med & Pharm University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | University of Saigon Faculty of Medicine,Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy | University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Vu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Chung Vu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vu speak?
Dr. Vu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vu typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chung Vu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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) 274-0226 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
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Not Specified
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
Unknown
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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 1013905017.
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. Chung Vu's specialty?
Dr. Vu is a Internist near San Jose, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Chung 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chung Vu accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chung Vu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chung Vu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (408) 274-0226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chung Vu?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (408) 274-0226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chung Vu have?
Dr. Chung Vu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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