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Dr. Alvin Chin, MD
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chin, Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Alvin Chin, MD is a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chin graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at Harvard School of Public Health Program. Dr. Chin is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chin’s office at (818) 361-4111.
Where did Dr. Chin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harvard School of Public Health Program
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Chin speak?
Dr. Chin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chin treat?
As a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chin 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. Chin. 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:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Lung Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- TB of the Lungs
- Consumption
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
- A150: Tuberculosis of lung
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Skin Test Result
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Positive TB Skin Test
- Tuberculin Reaction
- TB Test Induration
- Positive TB Blood Test
- Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
- IGRA Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7611: Nonspecific reaction to tuberculin skin test without active tuberculosis
- R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Medical Certificate Issuance
- Miscellaneous Medical Certificate
- Special Medical Note
- Other Health Clearance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0279: Encounter for issue of other medical certificate
Also known as:
- Residential Facility Admission Health Examination
- Nursing Home Entry Exam
- Residential Care Checkup
- Facility Admission Physical
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z022: Encounter for examination for admission to residential institution
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Which procedures does Dr. Chin perform as a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist?
As a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alvin Chin may include:
- Preventive Medicine Consultation
- Preventive Medicine Follow Up
- Public Health Consultation
- Public Health Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chin's office.
Does Dr. Chin accept my insurance?
Dr. Chin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 361-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chin accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chin in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Chin's office located?
What is Dr. Chin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013072073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chin
What is Dr. Alvin Chin's specialty?
Dr. Chin is a Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. Public health and general preventive medicine emphasize the promotion of health, disease prevention, and the management of community health for specific populations. Practitioners in this field integrate population-based public health expertise with an understanding of clinical practices aimed at primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention across diverse settings. Contact Dr. Chin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alvin Chin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chin 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
Where can I learn more about Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alvin Chin accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Chin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Chin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (818) 361-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Chin?
Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (818) 361-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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