Expertise in
71
conditions

Dr. Derek Chu

Pediatrics
730 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Expertise in
71
conditions
730 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Derek Chu is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Chu is highly rated in 71 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, Stork Bite, Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, and Vascular Birthmark.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Pediatrics

Licenses

Dermatology in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Contra Costa Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Net

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

Health Plan of San Mateo
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

730 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek Chu

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Chu?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek Chu by calling their office at 650-721-1227. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Derek Chu a top-rated expert for Linear Hamartoma Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek Chu is classified as an Advanced expert for Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Derek Chu specialize in?

While Dr. Derek Chu is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, Stork Bite, and Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Derek Chu accept my insurance?

Dr. Derek Chu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-721-1227 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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