Summary

Dr. Cesar Yu is a cardiologist and internal medicine physician who brings five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center. With 50 years of dedicated service in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, Dr. Yu has developed extensive experience treating complex heart conditions and comprehensive medical care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Yu practices at multiple locations throughout Mount Vernon, Illinois, including SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Yu & Yu MDs, and Crossroads Community Hospital, with affiliations at Deaconess Illinois Crossroads. His clinical expertise includes treating serious respiratory conditions like COPD and managing complex cases where COPD occurs alongside other medical conditions. He also provides care for patients with cellulitis and other infectious conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Yu highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Cesar G Yu has 3 locations

Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital Mount Vernon

1 Good Samaritan WayMount Vernon, IL 62864

Yu & Yu MDs

1007 S 42nd St Ste 3Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Crossroads Community Hospital

8 Doctors Park RdMount Vernon, IL 62864

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Cardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineDiagnostic RadiologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
50 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Mount Vernon , ILMount Vernon , ILCarbondale , ILAlton , IL
Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Cesar G Yu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Cesar G Yu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Cesar G Yu has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Yu's NPI number is 1225135825.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Cesar Yu affiliated with?
Dr. Cesar Yu is affiliated with Deaconess Illinois Crossroads.
Does Dr. Cesar Yu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Cesar Yu accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cesar Yu?
You can find contact information for Dr. Cesar Yu here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Cesar Yu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Cesar Yu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Cesar Yu's office located?
Dr. Cesar Yu's office is located at 1 Good Samaritan Way, Mount Vernon, IL, 62864.

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