42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chau, Plastic Surgeon in Berkley, MI?
Dr. Bruce T Chau, DO is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Berkley, MI. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Chau completed his residency at Peninsula Hospital, New York. He is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, and Michigan Osteopathic Association. Dr. Chau is fluent in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chau’s office at (248) 799-2880.
Where did Dr. Chau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Peninsula Hospital, New York
Medical School: Western University of Health Science | University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle
Is Dr. Chau board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Bruce T Chau, DO is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Chau speak?
Dr. Chau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Chau treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Loose Skin Folds
- Skin Condition
- Excess Skin
- Skin Redundancy
- Sagging Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L987: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Sagging Breasts
- Underdeveloped Breasts
- Breast Disease
- Birth Defects
- Breast Ptosis
- Drooping Breasts
- Breast Sagging
- Breast Hypoplasia
- Small Breasts
- Breast Underdevelopment
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6481: Ptosis of breast
- N6482: Hypoplasia of breast
Also known as:
- Lipodystrophy
- Metabolic Disorder
- Fat Distribution Disorder
- Abnormal Fat Accumulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- E881: Lipodystrophy, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Chau perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Lift
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Implant Capsule Revision
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Mastopexy
- Breast Reshaping Surgery
- Pexy Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
- Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
- Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19316: Mastopexy
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Tummy Tuck
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Abdominoplasty
- Belly Fat Removal Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal Abdomen
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 15847: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy), abdomen (eg, abdominoplasty) (includes umbilical transposition and fascial plication) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Trunk Liposuction
- Liposuction of Torso
- Suction-Assisted Fat Removal (Trunk)
- Body Contouring Liposuction
CPT Codes:
- 15877: Suction assisted lipectomy; trunk
Also known as:
- Breast Augmentation with Implants
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast Enlargement Surgery
- Boob Job
- Mammoplasty Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 19325: Breast augmentation with implant
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Delayed Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
- Secondary Breast Augmentation
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
Also known as:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
- Liposuction Fat Grafting
- Body Fat Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
- 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Lower Eyelid Lift with Fat Removal
- Lower Eyelid Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Lower Blepharoplasty
- Eye Bag Removal
- Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 15821: Blepharoplasty, Lower Eyelid; With Extensive Herniated Fat Pad
- 15820: Blepharoplasty, lower eyelid;
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Capsule Removal
- Complete Breast Capsulectomy
- Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
- Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)
CPT Codes:
- 19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents
Also known as:
- Neck and Face Liposuction
- Arm Liposuction
- Suction Lipectomy
- Fat Removal from Neck
- Chin Liposuction
- Upper Extremity Liposuction
- Suction-Assisted Lipectomy Arm
- Fat Removal from Arms
CPT Codes:
- 15876: Suction assisted lipectomy; head and neck
- 15878: Suction assisted lipectomy; upper extremity
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
- Complex Body Wound Repair
- Trunk Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
CPT Codes:
- 13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Does Dr. Chau accept my insurance?
Dr. Chau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 799-2880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chau accept in Berkley, MI?
Dr. Chau in Berkley, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
State of Michigan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chau's office located?
Dr. Bruce T Chau's Primary Practice
27901 Woodward Ave Ste 100
Berkley, MI 48072
(248) 799-2880
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 43 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
81% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
99% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Bruce T Chau an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chau has been rated and reviewed by 43 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chau, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
Professional Member
American Medical Association
Professional Member
American Osteopathic Association
Professional Member
Michigan Osteopathic Association
Professional Member
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 1821173444.
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. Bruce T Chau's specialty?
Dr. Chau is a Plastic Surgeon near Berkley, MI. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Chau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruce T Chau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chau is affiliated with DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Bruce T Chau accepting new patients in Berkley, MI?
Yes, Dr. Bruce T Chau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce T Chau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (248) 799-2880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce T Chau?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (248) 799-2880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce T Chau have?
Dr. Bruce T Chau is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery.
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