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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chin, Radiation Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Alexander Chin, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chin’s office at (650) 498-6000.
What languages does Dr. Chin speak?
Dr. Chin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Chin typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Chin 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. Chin. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Chin typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Chin may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Chin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chin accept my insurance?
Dr. Chin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chin accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chin in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chin's office located?
Dr. Alexander Chin's Primary Practice
875 Blake Wilbur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 498-6000
What is Dr. Chin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518385251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chin
What is Dr. Alexander Chin's specialty?
Dr. Chin is a Radiation Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Alexander Chin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chin is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Eden 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
When to see a Radiation Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Chin accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Chin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Chin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (650) 498-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Chin?
Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (650) 498-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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