Dr. Bruce T Chau, DO

Berkley, MI

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 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 a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Chau typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

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

What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Chau typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

19316: Mastopexy
19318: Breast reduction

Also known as:

Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
Tummy Tuck
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

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)

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

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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group

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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

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What hospitals are Dr. Chau affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Chau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Dmc Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital,Commerce Charter Township, MI

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital,Royal Oak, MI

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital,Detroit, MI

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital,Grosse Pointe, MI

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked Hysterectomy

Dmc Detroit Receiving Hospital,Detroit, MI

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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Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Professional Member of American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
Professional Member of American Medical Association
Professional Member of American Osteopathic Association
Professional Member of Michigan Osteopathic Association

What is Dr. Chau's NPI number?A 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.

What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

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.

Is 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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