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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chow, Nephrologist in Colville, WA?
Dr. Nelson Chow, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Colville, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chow completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Nephrology. Dr. Chow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office.
Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Nephrology Boston University - Boston, MA
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Nephrology | Queen's University, Ontario Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada
Is Dr. Chow board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Chow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chow typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chow typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nelson Chow may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Chow's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Colville, WA?
Dr. Chow in Colville, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Genuity Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
WVP Health Authority
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Where is Dr. Chow's office located?
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 1427142470.
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. Nelson Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Nephrologist near Colville, WA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Nelson Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Providence Holy Family Hospital 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Nelson Chow accepting new patients in Colville, WA?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Chow have?
Dr. Nelson Chow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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