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Dr. Frances Chow, MD

Neurosurgeon, Internist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chow, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Frances Chow, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chow is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chow typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    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:

    • Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain Meninges
    • Brain Disease
    • Indeterminate cerebral meninges mass
    • Brain lining tumor of unknown nature
    • Cerebral meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D420: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clinicas del Camino Real

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chow's office located?

    Dr. Frances Chow's Primary Practice

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 3800

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-7543

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    Dr. Frances Chow's Practice 2

    1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2424

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

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    Dr. Frances Chow's Practice 3

    101 The City Dr S

    Orange, CA 92868

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chow affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chow has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Usc Norris Cancer Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
    Keck Hospital Of Usc,Los Angeles, CA
    Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA

    What is Dr. Chow's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Frances Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Frances Chow?

    Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (323) 442-7543 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chow's office located?

    Dr. Chow's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Orange, CA.