Summary

Dr. James Chu treats congenital heart disease, atrial septal defects, and patent foramen ovale, and performs dobutamine stress echocardiograms, Doppler echocardiograms, and transthoracic echocardiograms. He practices cardiology and has 29 years of experience.

Dr. Chu is board-certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. He completed his medical training at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and his residency at UC San Diego Medical Center. He is affiliated with CHOC Children's Hospital at Orange and sees patients in Orange, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chu 4.43 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatric Cardiology
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Pediatrix Cardiology of Orange County

1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 575Orange, CA 92868

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29 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Orange , CAWinter Park , FLNewport Beach , CAOrange , CA
Med School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Oakland University William Beaumont School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James M Chu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AlphaCare
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

James M Chu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James M Chu has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

James M Chu holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatric Cardiology and UCSD-Kaiser San Diego.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca in 1997 and University of California in 1997.

NPI Number

James M Chu's NPI number is 1346216009.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does James Chu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that James Chu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is James Chu accepting new patients?
James Chu is accepting new patients on Vitals. View James Chu's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Chu?
You can find contact information for James Chu here on Vitals.
What languages does James Chu speak?
James Chu speaks English.
Which hospitals is James Chu affiliated with?
James Chu is affiliated with Choc Childrens Hospital At Orange.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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