Summary

Dr. Nicholas Yu treats ventral hernia, acute cholecystitis, and inguinal hernia, and performs laparoscopy, laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, and inguinal herniorrhaphy. He has practiced surgery for 21 years and is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. He is also fluent in Spanish.

Dr. Yu earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and sees patients at locations in San Diego and Chula Vista, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Yu 3.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 21 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Boston University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Nicholas Rin Yu has 7 locations

San Diego Surgical Specialists

7910 Frost St Ste 450San Diego, CA 92123
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

South Bay Surgical Associates

480 Fourth AveChula Vista, CA 91910

Northside Hospital Duluth

3620 Howell Ferry RdDuluth, GA 30096

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

Sharp Coronado Hospital

250 Prospect PlCoronado, CA 92118

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

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3.7 
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21 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CAEscondido , CASan Diego , CAEscondido , CA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences Med School: Saint Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nicholas Rin Yu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nicholas Rin Yu has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Dr. Nicholas Rin 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 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Yu's NPI number is 1710149950.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Nicholas Yu speak?
Dr. Nicholas Yu speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Nicholas Yu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Nicholas Yu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Nicholas Yu's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Yu's office is located at 7910 Frost St Ste 450, San Diego, CA, 92123.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Yu?
You can find contact information for Dr. Nicholas Yu here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nicholas Yu affiliated with?
Dr. Nicholas Yu is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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