Dr. Andrew Chau, MD
Philadelphia, PA
29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chau, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chau?
Dr. Andrew Chau, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chau empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fetal Ultrasound, High-Risk Pregnancy, Prenatal Diagnosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Chau is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Med Center La New Orleans Lsu | Louisiana State University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Chau board certified as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Chau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Chau speak?
Dr. Chau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Vietnamese
What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chau typically treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chau 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. Chau. 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:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
Also known as:
- Observation for Ruled Out Fetal Growth Problems
- Fetal Growth Monitoring
- Suspected Baby Growth Issue Ruled Out
- Fetal Development Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0374: Encounter for suspected problem with fetal growth ruled out
Also known as:
- Nuchal Translucency Screening
- NT scan
- First trimester screening ultrasound
- Screening for Down syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3682: Encounter for antenatal screening for nuchal translucency
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chau typically perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chau 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. Chau. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Amniocentesis
- Chorionic Villus Sampling
- Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)
- Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
- Amniotic Fluid Test
- Amnio
- Prenatal Genetic Testing
- CVS Test
- Placenta Biopsy
- Early Pregnancy Genetic Test
CPT Codes:
- 59000: Amniocentesis; diagnostic
- 59015: Chorionic villus sampling, any method
Also known as:
- Vaginal Cervical Cerclage
- Cervical Stitch (Vaginal)
- Vaginal Cerclage during Pregnancy
- Cervix Strengthening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 59320: Cerclage of cervix, during pregnancy; vaginal
Does Dr. Chau accept my insurance?
Dr. Chau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chau accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Chau in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chau's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Chau affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Chau's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023111333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chau