22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chow, Internist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Marcus Chow, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Chow graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office at (408) 972-7000.
Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Grp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chow board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Chow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chow typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chow 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. Chow. 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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Skin Abscess
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Lump
- Infected Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0291: Cutaneous abscess, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Ankle Sprain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Twisted right ankle
- Right ankle ligament injury
- Right ankle strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S93401A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chow typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Chow 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. Chow. 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:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Chow in Santa Clara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chow's office located?
Dr. Marcus Chow's Primary Practice
700 Lawrence Expy
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 972-7000
What is Dr. Chow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215013727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chow
What is Dr. Marcus Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Internist near Santa Clara, 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. Marcus Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marcus Chow accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcus Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (408) 972-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcus Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (408) 972-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marcus Chow have?
Dr. Marcus Chow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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