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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chu, Plastic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Chu, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (317) 274-3636.
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Chu typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis
- Digital Tenosynovitis
- Finger Tendonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6530: Trigger finger, unspecified finger
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Chu typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 274-3636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chu in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Apex Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Dr. Michael Chu's Primary Practice
6041 Cadillac Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(317) 274-3636
What hospitals are Dr. Chu affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare,Pomona, CARanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare,Pomona, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center,Los Angeles, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740442227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Michael Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is a Plastic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is Dr. Michael Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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
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Is Dr. Michael Chu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (317) 274-3636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (317) 274-3636 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Dr. Chu's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.
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