Summary

Dr. Peter Yau is a pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from American University of the Caribbean. He completed his residency at Scott and White Graduate Medical Education in 2006, followed by fellowship training at the same institution in 2009. With 24 years of clinical experience, Dr. Yau is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is fluent in English and Cantonese.

Dr. Yau practices at Baylor Scott & White Clinic in Temple, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Round Rock. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as hypertension and pulmonary hypertension. He performs various diagnostic procedures including blood tests and complete blood counts. Patients consistently rate Dr. Yau highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Cantonese
  • Scott and White Graduate Medical Education
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologySleep Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
24 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Cantonese Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Temple , TXSugar Land , TXHOUSTON , TXTemple , TX
Med School: American University Of the Caribbean (Education) Med School: Bolan Medical College Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Peter Yau

  • Ambetter
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Peter Yau has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Peter Yau has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Peter Yau holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Scott and White Graduate Medical Education in 2009.

Residency

Completed their residency at Scott and White Graduate Medical Education in 2006 and Scott and White Graduate Medical Education in 2003.

Medical School

Graduated from American University Of the Caribbean (Education) in 2002.

NPI Number

Peter Yau's NPI number is 1790954758.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Peter Yau accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Peter Yau has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Peter Yau's office located?
Peter Yau's office is located at 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX, 76508.
Which hospitals is Peter Yau affiliated with?
Peter Yau is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Round Rock.
Does Peter Yau accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Peter Yau accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Peter Yau accepting new patients?
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