Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chau, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Vinh Chau, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chau is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chau’s office at (708) 684-4884.
Where did Dr. Chau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth Univ School of Medicine (Education)
What languages does Dr. Chau speak?
Dr. Chau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Chau typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Chau typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vinh Chau may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Chau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chau accept my insurance?
Dr. Chau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-4884 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chau accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Chau in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Chau's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Chau affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chau has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital,Palos Heights, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital,Palos Heights, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital,Barrington, ILRanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital,Barrington, IL
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL
Advocate Christ Medical Center,Oak Lawn, IL
Advocate Trinity Hospital,Chicago, IL
Advocate Trinity Hospital,Chicago, IL
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital,Downers Grove, IL
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital,Downers Grove, IL
What is Dr. Chau's NPI number?A 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 1134567134.
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. Vinh Chau's specialty?
Dr. Chau is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is Dr. Vinh Chau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chau is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Dr. Vinh Chau accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
No, Dr. Vinh Chau is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vinh Chau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (708) 684-4884 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vinh Chau?
Please contact Dr. Chau's office at (708) 684-4884 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chau's office located?
Dr. Chau's offices are located in Oak Lawn, IL and Chicago, IL.
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