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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiu, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vi Chiu, MD, PHD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Chiu completed his residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center, (Parkland Memorial Hospital) Dallas, TX. Dr. Chiu is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiu’s office.
Where did Dr. Chiu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
Residency: UT Southwestern Medical Center, (Parkland Memorial Hospital) Dallas, TX
Medical School: University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA (Education) | New York University, School of Medicine, New York, NY (Training)
What languages does Dr. Chiu speak?
Dr. Chiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Chiu treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chiu 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. Chiu. 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Rectal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Iron
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
- C168: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of stomach
- C162: Malignant neoplasm of body of stomach
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Cancer of Pancreas Tail
ICD-10 Codes:
- C252: Malignant neoplasm of tail of pancreas
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified lung
Which procedures does Dr. Chiu perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vi Chiu may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chiu's office.
Does Dr. Chiu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiu 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. Chiu accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chiu in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chiu's office located?
What is Dr. Chiu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992725865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiu
What is Dr. Vi Chiu's specialty?
Dr. Chiu is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Chiu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vi Chiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiu is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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
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Is Vi Chiu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vi Chiu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vi Chiu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vi Chiu?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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