Summary

Dr. Alex Chu is an internal medicine physician with 38 years of experience caring for patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. Dr. Chu is fluent in both Chinese and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Chu practices at Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His clinical expertise includes treating heart failure, helping patients manage this serious condition that affects the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. He also specializes in caring for patients with atrial fibrillation, an irregular heartbeat that requires careful monitoring and treatment. Additionally, Dr. Chu has experience managing hypertensive emergencies, which are dangerous situations requiring immediate medical attention when blood pressure becomes critically high. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 38 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Alex Wayne Chu has 2 locations

Chu Alex W Office

6100 Castor AvePhiladelphia, PA 19149
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus

7600 Central AvePhiladelphia, PA 19111

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.7 
4.1 
38 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PA
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Ross University School of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: St Georges University School of Medicine-Grenada
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alex Wayne Chu

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - HMO
  • Keystone First - Medicaid
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alex Wayne Chu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alex Wayne Chu has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Alex Wayne Chu holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Chu's NPI number is 1922082270.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Alex Chu speak?
Dr. Alex Chu speaks Chinese and English.
Does Dr. Alex Chu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Alex Chu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Alex Chu's office located?
Dr. Alex Chu's office is located at 6100 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19149.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alex Chu affiliated with?
Dr. Alex Chu is affiliated with Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus.
Does Dr. Alex Chu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alex Chu accepts on their Vitals profile.

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