37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chwa, Internist in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Eric Chwa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arcadia, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Chwa graduated from University of Medicine , Yangon and completed his residency at St Agnes Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chwa is fluent in English and Burmese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chwa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chwa’s office at (626) 821-6411.
Where did Dr. Chwa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Agnes Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Agnes HealthCare Program
Medical School: Inst Of Med I- Yangon- Myanmar | Fifth Pathway / A Foreign Medical School | University of Medicine , Yangon | University of Florida College of Medicine | University of Medicine 1
Is Dr. Chwa board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Chwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chwa speak?
Dr. Chwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chwa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chwa 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. Chwa. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chwa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Chwa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Chwa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Chwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 821-6411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chwa accept in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Chwa in Arcadia, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chwa's office located?
Dr. Eric Chwa's Primary Practice
632 W Duarte Rd Ste 180
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 821-6411
What is Dr. Chwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962433607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chwa
What is Dr. Eric Chwa's specialty?
Dr. Chwa is a Internist near Arcadia, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Eric Chwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chwa is affiliated with Usc Arcadia Hospital, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eric Chwa accepting new patients in Arcadia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Chwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Chwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chwa's office at (626) 821-6411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Chwa?
Please contact Dr. Chwa's office at (626) 821-6411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Chwa have?
Dr. Eric Chwa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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