Dr. Dortha T Chu
General Surgery in Duarte, California
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Dortha T Chu, MD,PHD, is a General Surgery specialist in Duarte, California. She attended and graduated from Washington University School Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in General Surgery. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Mercy Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center. Dr. Dortha T Chu also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including City Of Hope Medical Foundation. Dr. Dortha T Chu accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (626) 359-8111 to request Dr. Dortha T Chu the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Dortha T Chu |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
9931265683 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - She owns an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- General Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 22 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
help Doctor of Philosophy
A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.
Education and Training
- Dr. Dortha T Chu attended and graduated from Washington University School Of Medicine in 2002.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1629227251
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, September 18, 2008
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Dortha T Chu
Medical Licenses
Dr. Dortha T Chu has been primarily specialized in Surgical Oncology for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Surgery / Surgical Oncology
click for detail Surgical Oncology A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
| A86342 | California |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| A86342 | California |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Merced, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Mission Hills, California | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- City Of Hope Medical Foundation
| City Of Hope Medical Foundation | 407 |
Practice Locations
1500 Duarte Rd
Duarte, CA 91010-3012
Phone: (626) 359-8111
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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