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Dr. Loretta Chou, MD

Lowell, MA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chou, Pediatrician in Lowell, MA?

    Dr. Loretta Chou, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lowell, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Chou graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatrics. Dr. Chou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chou’s practice accepts Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatrics | Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    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 Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Phonological Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Speech Sound Disorder
    • Articulation Disorder
    • Sound Production Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F800: Phonological disorder

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Which procedures does Dr. Chou perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Loretta Chou may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chou's office.

    Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?

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

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in Lowell, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Martin's Point

    • State of Massachusetts

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    Where is Dr. Chou's office located?

    Dr. Loretta Chou's Primary Practice

    161 Jackson St

    Lowell, MA 01852

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    Dr. Loretta Chou's Practice 2

    10 Gove St

    East Boston, MA 02128

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    Dr. Loretta Chou's Practice 3

    460 Amherst St

    Nashua, NH 03063

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    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 1639169709.

    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. Loretta Chou's specialty?

    Dr. Chou is a Pediatrician near Lowell, MA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Chou to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chou is affiliated with Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

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    Is Loretta Chou accepting new patients in Lowell, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Loretta Chou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Loretta Chou?

    Please contact Dr. Chou's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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