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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiou, Dermatologist in Redwood City, CA?
With years of clinical experience, Dr. Albert Chiou MD, a dermatologist in Redwood City, CA, has built a practice centered on treating sun damage skin conditions, with particular expertise in skin lesion removal and related techniques. His primary location is at 420 Broadway St, Redwood City, CA. With a clinical focus on managing sun damage skin conditions, skin conditions, dermatitis, and moles, Dr. Chiou provides comprehensive care to his patients. He frequently performs procedures such as skin lesion removal, skin biopsies, injections, and light therapy to address these conditions. By combining these treatments, Dr. Chiou helps patients achieve healthier skin and reduces the risk of skin-related complications. Dr. Chiou is affiliated with top-ranked hospitals, including Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital and Mills-Peninsula Medical Center. His broad insurance coverage includes major carriers like Blue Shield of California, Medicare, and UnitedHealth Group, making his services accessible to a wide range of patients. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Chiou, who is accepting new patients at his Redwood City office, as well as at his additional locations in Livermore and Stanford.
What languages does Dr. Chiou speak?
Dr. Chiou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatologist like Dr. Chiou typically treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chiou 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. Chiou. 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:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Rashes
- Skin Condition
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
What procedures does a Dermatologist like Dr. Chiou typically perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Chiou 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. Chiou. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- UV Light Treatment
- Phototherapy
- Actinotherapy
- Light Box Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)
Does Dr. Chiou accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 721-3476 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiou accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Chiou in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chiou's office located?
Dr. Albert Chiou's Primary Practice
420 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 721-3476
What is Dr. Chiou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609119783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiou
What is Dr. Albert Chiou's specialty?
Dr. Chiou is a Dermatologist near Redwood City, CA.
What does a Dermatologist do?
Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies.
Is this Dr. Albert Chiou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiou is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula 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
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Is Albert Chiou accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Albert Chiou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Chiou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiou's office at (650) 721-3476 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Chiou?
Please contact Dr. Chiou's office at (650) 721-3476 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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