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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chan, Hospitalist in Bemidji, MN?
Dr. Wai Lun Chan, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bemidji, MN. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Chan completed his residency at University of Minnesota Program. Dr. Chan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (218) 333-5000.
Where did Dr. Chan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Minnesota Program
Is Dr. Chan board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Wai Lun Chan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chan speak?
Dr. Chan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chan typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chan typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Wai Lun Chan may include:
Please contact Dr. Chan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 333-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Bemidji, MN?
Dr. Chan in Bemidji, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
IMCare
Medica Group
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
What is Dr. Chan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013934017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chan
What is Dr. Wai Lun Chan's specialty?
Dr. Chan is a Hospitalist near Bemidji, MN.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Wai Lun Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wai Lun Chan accepting new patients in Bemidji, MN?
Yes, Dr. Wai Lun Chan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wai Lun Chan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (218) 333-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wai Lun Chan?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (218) 333-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wai Lun Chan have?
Dr. Wai Lun Chan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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