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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiu, Family Medicine Specialist in Kent, WA?
Dr. Nelson Chiu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kent, WA. Dr. Chiu is fluent in English, Chinese, Italian, Spanish, and Tagalog, 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 (206) 870-8880.
What languages does Dr. Chiu speak?
Dr. Chiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Italian
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chiu typically treat?
As a Family 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:
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
- HPV screening
- Papillomavirus test
- Cervical cancer screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chiu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nelson Chiu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (206) 870-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiu accept in Kent, WA?
Dr. Chiu in Kent, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
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 1558637579.
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. Nelson Chiu's specialty?
Dr. Chiu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kent, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Nelson Chiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiu is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Fred Hutchinson Cancer 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Nelson Chiu accepting new patients in Kent, WA?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Chiu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Chiu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (206) 870-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Chiu?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (206) 870-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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