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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nguyen, Rheumatologist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Chau Nguyen, DO is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (562) 426-3333.
What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?
Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS
- Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chau Nguyen may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 426-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Nguyen in Long Beach, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?
What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861718397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen
What is Dr. Chau Nguyen's specialty?
Dr. Nguyen is a Rheumatologist near Long Beach, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Chau Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chau Nguyen accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chau Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chau Nguyen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (562) 426-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chau Nguyen?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (562) 426-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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