Summary

Dr. Charles Yu treats cataracts, keratitis, and contact lens infections, and performs intraocular lens implants and cataract surgery. He has practiced ophthalmology for 16 years. Dr. Yu earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and sees patients in Palo Alto, California.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Charles Yu

2452 Watson CtPalo Alto, CA 94303

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
Palo Alto , CALivermore , CASan Jose , CALivermore , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Charles Yu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Charles Yu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Charles Yu has the following area of expertise

  • Ophthalmologist

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Charles Yu holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Charles Yu's NPI number is 1043464498.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Charles Yu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Charles Yu accept my insurance?
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Where is Charles Yu's office located?
Charles Yu's office is located at 2452 Watson Ct, Palo Alto, CA, 94303.
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