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Dr. Edison Chiu, MD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Santa Clara, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chiu, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Edison Chiu, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Chiu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiu’s office at (408) 236-6400.

    What languages does Dr. Chiu speak?

    Dr. Chiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chiu typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chiu typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edison Chiu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chiu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chiu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 236-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chiu accept in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Chiu in Santa Clara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chiu's office located?

    Dr. Edison Chiu's Primary Practice

    700 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

    (408) 236-6400

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    Dr. Edison Chiu's Practice 2

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    Dr. Edison Chiu's Practice 3

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chiu affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chiu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA
    Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center,Sacramento, CA
    El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA

    What is Dr. Chiu's NPI number?A 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 1184702763.

    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. Edison Chiu's specialty?

    Dr. Chiu is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Santa Clara, CA.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

    Is Dr. Edison Chiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chiu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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

    When to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Edison Chiu accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Edison Chiu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edison Chiu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (408) 236-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edison Chiu?

    Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (408) 236-6400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chiu's office located?

    Dr. Chiu's offices are located in Santa Clara, CA, Richmond, CA, and Oakland, CA.