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Who is Dr. Chow, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Frances Chow, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chow is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’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. Chow’s office at (323) 442-7543.
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chow treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Chow 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. Chow. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Meningioma
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Cancer
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
- Meningeal Cancer
- Brain Lining Cancer
- Spinal Cord Meningioma
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
- C709: Malignant neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Nerve System Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
- Non-cancerous nerve growth
- Benign peripheral nerve neoplasm
- Benign autonomic nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
- D3610: Benign neoplasm of peripheral nerves and autonomic nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain Meninges
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Meninges
- Brain Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Indeterminate cerebral meninges mass
- Brain lining tumor of unknown nature
- Cerebral meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate meningeal mass
- Meninges tumor of unknown nature
- Meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D420: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges
- D429: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Past Radiation Treatment
- Previous Radiotherapy
- History of Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z923: Personal history of irradiation
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 2
- NF2
- Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8502: Neurofibromatosis, type 2
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-7543 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chow 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 Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chow's office located?
Dr. Frances Chow's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-7543
What is Dr. Chow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063830735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chow
What is Dr. Frances Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Chow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frances Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Frances Chow accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frances Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frances Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (323) 442-7543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frances Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (323) 442-7543 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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