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Dr. Stanley Chou, MD

Dr. Stanley Chou, MD

Los Alamitos, CA

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    Who is Dr. Chou, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Stanley Chou, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Chou graduated from Guangzhou Medical University and completed his residency at R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Monmouth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Monmouth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists. Dr. Chou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chou’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office at (562) 799-3888.

    Where did Dr. Chou go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Monmouth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Monmouth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Guangzhou Medical University | Guangzhou Medical University | Jinan University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Chou board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stanley Chou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Anesthesiology since 1996

    What languages does Dr. Chou speak?

    Dr. Chou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chou treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chou diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chou. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain
    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Neck and Upper Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck and Upper Back
    • Cervicothoracic Radiculopathy
    • Spinal Nerve Compression
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5413: Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Chou perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 799-3888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Dr. Chou in Los Alamitos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chou's office located?

    Dr. Stanley Chou's Primary Practice

    3851 Katella Ave Ste 301

    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    (562) 799-3888

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    Dr. Stanley Chou's Practice 2

    300 2nd Ave

    Long Branch, NJ 07740

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Anesthesiologists

    Member

    What is Dr. Chou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194722611.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chou?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chou

    What is Dr. Stanley Chou's specialty?

    Dr. Chou is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Los Alamitos, CA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Chou to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stanley Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uci Health - Los Alamitos. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Stanley Chou accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stanley Chou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stanley Chou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (562) 799-3888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stanley Chou?

    Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (562) 799-3888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stanley Chou have?

    Dr. Stanley Chou is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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