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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chan, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Charles Chan, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (585) 334-4640.
What languages does Dr. Chan speak?
Dr. Chan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chan typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Knee Joint Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Internal Knee Derangement
- Knee Joint Problem
- Knee Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee
- M2392: Unspecified internal derangement of left knee
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512D: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, subsequent encounter
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Chan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Kneecap Stabilization Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
- Patella Reconstruction
- Dislocating Kneecap Repair
- Knee Extensor Realignment
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 27422: Reconstruction of dislocating patella; with extensor realignment and/or muscle advancement or release (eg, Campbell, Goldwaite type procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
- Knee chondroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Extra-Articular Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Ligament Augmentation
- Knee Stabilization Surgery
- ACL Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27427: Ligamentous reconstruction (augmentation), knee; extra-articular
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 334-4640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chan in Palo Alto, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
What is Dr. Chan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407018369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chan
What is Dr. Charles Chan's specialty?
Dr. Chan is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.
Is this Dr. Charles Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Charles Chan accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Chan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Chan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (585) 334-4640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Chan?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (585) 334-4640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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