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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chu, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Christopher Chu, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (213) 673-1880.
Is Dr. Chu board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Chu perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chu. 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 673-1880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chu in Los Angeles, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
GlobalHealth
Hackensack Meridian Health
HealthSmart
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
Weyco
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Dr. Christopher Chu's Primary Practice
711 W College St Ste 540
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 673-1880
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326205873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Christopher Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Christopher Chu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (213) 673-1880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (213) 673-1880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Chu have?
Dr. Christopher Chu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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