Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schu, Surgeon in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. William Schu, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schu graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at S U N Y - Health Science Center Syracuse. Dr. Schu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schu’s office at (315) 470-7364.
Where did Dr. Schu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: S U N Y - Health Science Center Syracuse | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Schu speak?
Dr. Schu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schu treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Schu 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. Schu. 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.
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Other Nontoxic Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
- Specified Benign Thyroid Enlargement
- Uncommon Nontoxic Goiter
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
- E048: Other specified nontoxic goiter
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
- Papillary Thyroid Cancer
- Follicular Thyroid Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Schu perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. William Schu may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schu's office.
Does Dr. Schu accept my insurance?
Dr. Schu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 470-7364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schu accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Schu in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthNow New York
Humana
Medicare
Molina
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schu's office located?
Dr. William Schu's Primary Practice
739 Irving Ave Ste 450
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 470-7364
What is Dr. Schu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548251499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schu
What is Dr. William Schu's specialty?
Dr. Schu is a Surgeon near Syracuse, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Schu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Schu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schu is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny 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 William Schu accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. William Schu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Schu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schu's office at (315) 470-7364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Schu?
Please contact Dr. Schu's office at (315) 470-7364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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