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Dr. John Yu, MD

Dr. John Yu, MD

West Hollywood, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yu, Neurosurgeon in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. John Yu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Yu completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Yu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yu’s office at (310) 423-7900.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yu?

    Dr. John Yu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Clinical Trials, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood/CA community, Dr. Yu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: National Institute of Mental Health

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School | Stanford University | Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology

    Is Dr. Yu board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Yu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological 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 Dr. Yu treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
    • Brain Tumor
    • Frontal Lobe Cancer
    • Brain Cancer
    • Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe

    What procedures does Dr. Yu perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
    • Stereotactic Neurosurgery
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Cranial Navigational Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife
    • Brain Radiation Therapy
    • Particle Beam Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
    • Craniotomy for Tumor
    • Brain Surgery for Tumor
    • Brain Tumor Excision
    • Craniectomy for Tumor

    CPT Codes:

    • 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma

    Does Dr. Yu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yu accept in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Yu in West Hollywood, CA 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yu's office located?

    Dr. John Yu's Primary Practice

    8700 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-7900

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    Dr. John Yu's Practice 2

    8631 W 3rd St Ste 800E

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    Dr. John Yu's Practice 3

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-7900

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    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 1043294010.

    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. John Yu's specialty?

    Dr. Yu is a Neurosurgeon near West Hollywood, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Yu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Yu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yu is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is John Yu accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Yu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Yu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (310) 423-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Yu?

    Please contact Dr. Yu's office at (310) 423-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Yu have?

    Dr. John Yu is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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