Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Margaret K. Yu

Nephrology
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
965 High St, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
15
conditions
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
965 High St, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Margaret Yu is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Yu is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Diabetic Nephropathy, and Orchiectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 52 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WA

Hospital Affiliations

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Stanford Health Care

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • 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
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Valley Health
  • HMO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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

Stanford Hospital and Clinics
965 High St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Other Locations
Satellite Healthcare Blossom Valley
1450 Kooser Rd, San Jose, CA 95118

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

52 Total Publications

Properties of uremic solutes that allow their effective control by peritoneal dialysis.
Properties of uremic solutes that allow their effective control by peritoneal dialysis.
Journal: Peritoneal dialysis international : journal of the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis
Published: December 18, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Margaret K. Yu

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Margaret K. Yu?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Margaret K. Yu by calling their office at 650-723-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Margaret K. Yu a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Margaret K. Yu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, 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. Margaret K. Yu specialize in?

While Dr. Margaret K. Yu is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Margaret K. Yu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Margaret K. Yu has published 52 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Margaret K. Yu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Margaret K. Yu accept my insurance?

Dr. Margaret K. Yu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-723-4000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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