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Who is Dr. Chou, Anesthesiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alvin Chou, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office at (718) 283-8816.
What languages does Dr. Chou speak?
Dr. Chou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chou typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chou 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. Chou. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chou typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvin Chou may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Chou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?
Dr. Chou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Chou in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cascade Comprehensive Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Jefferson Health
NY Hotel Trades Council Pension Fund (NYHTC)
Partners Health Plan New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chou's office located?
What is Dr. Chou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780265652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chou
What is Dr. Alvin Chou's specialty?
Dr. Chou is a Anesthesiologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Alvin Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alvin Chou accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Chou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Chou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (718) 283-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Chou?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (718) 283-8816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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