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Who is Dr. Chu, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Eugene Chu, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (562) 461-3000.
Is Dr. Chu board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Eugene Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Chu typically treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Chu typically perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Chu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chu. 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:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Chu in Bellflower, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972649580.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Eugene Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Bellflower, CA.
What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.
Is this Dr. Eugene Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eugene Chu accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eugene Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eugene Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eugene Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (562) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eugene Chu have?
Dr. Eugene Chu is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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