Who is Dr. Chu, Family Medicine Specialist in Glendale, CA?
Is Dr. Chu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elaine Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Sciatica (Right Side)
- Sciatica (Left Side)
- Sciatica
- Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Right Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Left Leg Nerve Pain
- Left Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5431: Sciatica, right side
- M5432: Sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Other Spinal Disc Disorder in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Disc Problems
- Lower Back Disc Issues
- Spine Disc Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5186: Other intervertebral disc disorders, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Acupuncture Session
CPT Codes:
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 279-8199 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Glendale, CA?
Dr. Chu in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194892919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu