Who is Dr. Uy, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Alec Uy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Uy completed his residency at Good Samaritan Regional Med Center.
Dr. Uy is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uy’s office at (408) 972-6902.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Uy?
Dr. Alec Uy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist 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. Uy empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Illness, Dermatology, Orthopaedics-Non Surgical, Sports Medicine, Urgent Care, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Santa Clara/CA community, Dr. Uy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Uy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Good Samaritan Regional Med Center
Is Dr. Uy board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alec Uy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Uy speak?
Dr. Uy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Uy treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uy 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. Uy. 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:
Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
Health Checkup
Normal Well-Child Checkup
Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
Wound Dressing Change or Removal
Wounds and Injuries
Non-surgical dressing care
Wound care visit
Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
Urinary Tract Infection
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
Sore Throat
Acute pharyngitis
Throat inflammation
Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
Cough
Coughing
Persistent cough
Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
Pneumonia
Lung Infection
Chest Infection
Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
General Disorder Screening
Health Screening
General Health Check
Disease Screening
Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
Frequent Urination
Urine and Urination
Urinary frequency
Peeing often
Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
Urinary Ostomy Care
Ostomy
Urostomy Care
Urinary Stoma Management
Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Also known as:
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
GI Bleeding
Internal Digestive Bleeding
Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Uy perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uy 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. Uy. 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:
Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
Arthrocentesis
Major Joint Aspiration
Bursa Injection
Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Uy accept my insurance?
Dr. Uy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-6902 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uy accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Uy in Santa Clara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Uy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942269485.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uy
What is Dr. Alec Uy's specialty?
Dr. Uy is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Clara, CA.
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Uy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alec Uy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Uy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alec Uy accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alec Uy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alec Uy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uy's office at (408) 972-6902 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alec Uy?
Please contact Dr. Uy's office at (408) 972-6902 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alec Uy have?
Dr. Alec Uy is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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