Vivian Hou Chu, MD

Infectious Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Vivian Hou Chu is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Durham, NC with over 26 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(919) 684-8111Durham, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Vivian Hou Chu, MD has practiced internal medicine for 26+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 83 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Durham26+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1174dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

4101 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704-2121

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+7%)56%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+25%)55%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+20%)54%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+32%)54%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+17%)49%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
49%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2000

    Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

  2. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineInfectious Disease in DurhamAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.

Taxonomy: 207RI0200X

Education & Training

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 2000)

Virtual Infectious Disease Care With Vivian Hou Chu

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Vivian Hou Chu for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Durham required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vivian Hou Chu

NPI records show Dr. Chu as active with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 684-8111.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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