Summary

Dr. Yong Zhu is a rheumatologist who focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and bones. He earned his medical degree from Second Military Medical University in Shanghai, China, and completed his residency at St. John's Mercy Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zhu furthered his training with a fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington, where he specialized in rheumatology. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and is fluent in both English and Chinese.

Dr. Zhu practices at Saint Francis Hospital and sees patients at Franciscan Rheumatology Associates in Burien, Washington. His expertise includes caring for patients with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as addressing joint pain concerns. He utilizes diagnostic tools such as bone density testing and extremity X-rays to evaluate his patients' conditions. Dr. Zhu also incorporates physical therapy into treatment plans when appropriate to help patients maintain mobility and manage their symptoms. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Chinese
  • University of Washington, Seattle, WA
  • 26 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Franciscan Rheumatology Associates - Burien

16045 1st Ave S 2nd FloorBurien, WA 98148
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Yong Zhu, MDDr. John Francis EggertDr. Dominique Feterman JimenezDr. Sherwin Alexander Novin
RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
43 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Chinese Speaks English
Burien , WASeattle , WAFarmington , CTSeattle , WA
Med School: Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China Med School: Faculte De Medecine De Lille Universite Lille 2 Droit Et Sante Med School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Yong Zhu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Yong Zhu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yong Zhu has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Residency

St. John's Mercy Medical Center, St. Louis, MO

Medical School

Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yong Zhu?
You can find contact information for Dr. Yong Zhu here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Yong Zhu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Yong Zhu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Yong Zhu's office located?
Dr. Yong Zhu's office is located at 16045 1st Ave S 2nd Floor, Burien, WA, 98148.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yong Zhu affiliated with?
Dr. Yong Zhu is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital.
Does Dr. Yong Zhu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Yong Zhu accepts on their Vitals profile.

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