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Dr. Eric Chau, DO
Santa Maria, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chau, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Eric Chau, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chau’s office at (530) 493-5257.
What languages does Dr. Chau speak?
Dr. Chau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chau treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Chau 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. Chau. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Left Heel and Midfoot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97428: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with other specified severity
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:
- Inflammatory Spine Condition of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- lumbar spondylopathy
- lower back spinal inflammation
- lumbar spondyloarthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4696: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Chau perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Chau may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chau's office.
Does Dr. Chau accept my insurance?
Dr. Chau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 493-5257 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chau accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Chau in Santa Maria, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthSmart
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chau's office located?
Dr. Eric Chau's Primary Practice
2801 Santa Maria Way Bldg A
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(530) 493-5257
What is Dr. Chau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285970418.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chau
What is Dr. Eric Chau's specialty?
Dr. Chau is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Santa Maria, CA. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Chau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Chau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chau is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Eric Chau accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Chau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Chau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (530) 493-5257 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Chau?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (530) 493-5257 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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