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Who is Dr. Chwa, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in North Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Sophie Chwa, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chwa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chwa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chwa’s office at (626) 864-9105.
What languages does Dr. Chwa speak?
Dr. Chwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chwa treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chwa 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. Chwa. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chwa perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sophie Chwa may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chwa's office.
Does Dr. Chwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Chwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 864-9105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chwa accept in North Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Chwa in North Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Care Network
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chwa's office located?
Dr. Sophie Chwa's Primary Practice
6900 N Pecos Rd
North Las Vegas, NV 89086
(626) 864-9105
What is Dr. Chwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548556897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chwa
What is Dr. Sophie Chwa's specialty?
Dr. Chwa is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near North Las Vegas, NV. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Chwa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sophie Chwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chwa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sophie Chwa accepting new patients in North Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Sophie Chwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sophie Chwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chwa's office at (626) 864-9105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sophie Chwa?
Please contact Dr. Chwa's office at (626) 864-9105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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