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26 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Chau, Anesthesiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Vincent Chau, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Chau completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chau’s office at (425) 353-3788.
Where did Dr. Chau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Washington School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Chau board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Chau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Chau speak?
Dr. Chau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chau typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chau 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. Chau. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chau typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chau 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. Chau. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Chau accept my insurance?
Dr. Chau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 353-3788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chau accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Chau in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
6 Degrees Health
Cambia Health Solutions
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
PacificSource
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Where is Dr. Chau's office located?
Dr. Vincent Chau's Primary Practice
1229 Madison St Ste 1440
Seattle, WA 98104
(425) 353-3788
What is Dr. Chau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306920939.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chau
What is Dr. Vincent Chau's specialty?
Dr. Chau is a Anesthesiologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Vincent Chau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chau 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vincent Chau accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Chau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vincent Chau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (425) 353-3788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vincent Chau?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (425) 353-3788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vincent Chau have?
Dr. Vincent Chau is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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