Summary

Dr. Richard N. Yu treats paraphimosis, phimosis, and fetal hydronephrosis, and performs circumcision procedures. He practices urology and is affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Yu earned his MD and PhD from Northwestern University Medical School, completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2007, and completed a fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital in 2010. He sees patients in Boston, Massachusetts. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Yu 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston Children's Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Richard N. Yu has 2 locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Department of Urology

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
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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Richard N. Yu, MD, PhDDr. Masahisa Hijikata, MDDr. Allison M WhiteDr. James Steven Rosoff, MD
UrologyUrologyOtherUrology
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4.7 
28 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Boston , MALynn , MABrighton , MAFoxboro , MA
Med School: Northwestern University Medical School Med School: Keio University School Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard N. Yu

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • ConnectiCare
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Richard N. Yu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard N. Yu has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Richard N. Yu holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2007.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Medical School in 2001 and Northwestern University, PhD (Graduate School) in 1998.

NPI Number

Richard N. Yu's NPI number is 1043386808.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard N. Yu accepting new patients?
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Does Richard N. Yu accept my insurance?
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Does Richard N. Yu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Richard N. Yu's office located?
Richard N. Yu's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.

Data Sources

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