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Dr. Loc Vu, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Loc Vu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Vu completed his residency at Garfield Co/Med Soc Prog, General Practice; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Vu is fluent in English, French, Spanish, 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 (713) 955-3919.

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

    • Residency: Garfield Co/Med Soc Prog, General Practice; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Med & Pharm University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Is Dr. Vu board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Loc Vu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vu speak?

    Dr. Vu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vu typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Loc Vu may include:

    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 (713) 955-3919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vu accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Vu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Loc Vu's Primary Practice

    11417 Veterans Memorial Dr

    Houston, TX 77067

    (713) 955-3919

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    Dr. Loc Vu's Practice 2

    4000 Spencer Hwy

    Pasadena, TX 77504

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    What is Dr. Vu's NPI number?A 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 1508836321.

    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. Loc Vu's specialty?

    Dr. Vu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Loc Vu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vu is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Loc Vu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Loc Vu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Loc Vu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (713) 955-3919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Loc Vu?

    Please contact Dr. Vu's office at (713) 955-3919 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vu's office located?

    Dr. Vu's offices are located in Houston, TX and Pasadena, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Loc Vu have?

    Dr. Loc Vu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.