Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vu, Nephrologist in Kingsport, TN?
Dr. Duc Vu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Kingsport, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vu completed his residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Nephrology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vu’s office at (423) 245-6000.
Where did Dr. Vu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: NEPHROLOGY, U. TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER, SAN ANTONIO, TX USA
Residency: Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Nephrology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Tex | University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals | Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Nephrology Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Vu board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Duc Vu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1991, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1994
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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Vu typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vu typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Duc Vu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (423) 245-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Kingsport, TN?
Dr. Vu in Kingsport, 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 Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vu's office located?
Dr. Duc Vu's Primary Practice
2002 Brookside Dr Ste 102
Kingsport, TN 37660
(423) 245-6000
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 1770573172.
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. Duc Vu's specialty?
Dr. Vu is a Nephrologist near Kingsport, TN.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Duc Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vu is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center 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 Duc Vu accepting new patients in Kingsport, TN?
Yes, Dr. Duc Vu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Duc Vu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (423) 245-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Duc Vu?
Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (423) 245-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Duc Vu have?
Dr. Duc Vu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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