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Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chan Cowes, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Chan Cowes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan Cowes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan Cowes’s office at (424) 338-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Chan Cowes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chan Cowes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chan Cowes 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 Cowes. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chan Cowes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chan Cowes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chan Cowes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chan Cowes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 338-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chan Cowes accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chan Cowes' office located?

    Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes' Primary Practice

    1670 E 120th St

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

    (424) 338-1000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chan Cowes affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chan Cowes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA
    Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA
    Mlk Community Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
    Olive View - Ucla Medical Center,Sylmar, CA

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

    Dr. Chan Cowes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568049831.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan Cowes?

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

    What is Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chan Cowes is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chan Cowes' office at (424) 338-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melanie Chan Cowes?

    Please contact Dr. Chan Cowes' office at (424) 338-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chan Cowes' office located?

    Dr. Chan Cowes' office is located in Los Angeles, CA.