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Dr. Anita Chow, MD

Dr. Anita Chow, MD

Fort Worth, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chow, Surgeon in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Anita Chow, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chow graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed her residency at NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Chow is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office at (817) 923-6900.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chow?

    Dr. Anita Chow, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chow empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fort Worth/TX community, Dr. Chow is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    What languages does Dr. Chow speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chow treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chow 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. Chow. 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:

    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    What procedures does Dr. Chow perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chow 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. Chow. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
    • Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
    • Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
    • Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
    • Breast Mass Removal with Marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Breast Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 923-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Chow in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chow's office located?

    Dr. Anita Chow's Primary Practice

    1250 8th Ave Ste 120

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (817) 923-6900

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    Dr. Anita Chow's Practice 2

    6700 Buenos Aires Dr

    North Richland Hills, TX 76180

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

    Dr. Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700801529.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chow?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Chow's specialty?

    Dr. Chow is a Surgeon near Fort Worth, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Chow to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anita Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anita Chow accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Chow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Chow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (817) 923-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anita Chow?

    Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (817) 923-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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