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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chou, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Calvin Chou is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Chou graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Ucsf-Va Prime. Dr. Chou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office at (415) 221-4810.
Where did Dr. Chou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf-Va Prime
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Chou board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Chou is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Internist like Dr. Chou typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chou typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Calvin Chou 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. 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 (415) 221-4810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chou in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Chou's office located?
Dr. Calvin Chou's Primary Practice
4150 Clement St # 111
San Francisco, CA 94121
(415) 221-4810
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 1669407565.
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. Calvin Chou's specialty?
Dr. Chou is a Internist near San Francisco, 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. Calvin Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Calvin Chou accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Chou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Calvin Chou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (415) 221-4810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Calvin Chou?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (415) 221-4810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Calvin Chou have?
Dr. Calvin Chou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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