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Dr. Michelle Chu, MD

Dr. Michelle Chu, MD

Rheumatology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michelle Chu, MD is a rheumatologist in Modesto, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2009. She is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

4601 Dale Rd Modesto, CA 95356
Telehealth available
(209) 577-3388

Dr. Chu is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chu specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Chu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chu

4.3

19 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
68%
68%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
11%
11%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Modesto, CA – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tammy McVey in Sonora, Ca – Sep 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy L Emmert in Ceres, CA – Sep 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Connie LAPPIN in Altaville, CA – Jul 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Modesto, CA – Jul 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Fair Oaks, CA – Jun 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Modesto, CA – Jun 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Modesto, CA – May 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
C. Nunez in Stockton, CA – May 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sophia Coss in Modesto, CA – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rosa Hernandez in Modesto, CA – Mar 10, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
Helpful
Lathrop, CA – Jan 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jon in Turlock, CA – Jan 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Betty Medlock in Waterford, CA – Dec 14, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Michelle Chu, MD is a rheumatologist in Modesto, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2009. She is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Chu is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Kaiser Foundation Hospital4601 Dale Rd Modesto, CA 95356
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center

      1777 W Yosemite Ave
      Manteca, CA 95337
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality