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Who is Dr. Chiu, Pediatric Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Bill Chiu, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Chiu completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery. Dr. Chiu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiu’s office at (650) 724-4270.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chiu?
Dr. Bill Chiu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chiu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neonatal Surgery, Surgical Oncology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto, CA community, Dr. Chiu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chiu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity
What languages does Dr. Chiu speak?
Dr. Chiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Chiu typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Chiu typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Chiu 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. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Surgery
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
- Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
- Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive
- 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
- 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
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
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Chiu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 724-4270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiu accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chiu in Palo Alto, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chiu's office located?
What is Dr. Chiu's NPI number?An 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 1891010864.
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. Bill Chiu's specialty?
Dr. Chiu is a Pediatric Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Bill Chiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiu is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
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Is Bill Chiu accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bill Chiu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bill Chiu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (650) 724-4270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bill Chiu?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (650) 724-4270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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