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Who is Dr. Chiu, Nephrologist in Vacaville, CA?
Dr. Edwin Chiu, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Vacaville, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chiu graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Baylor College Med. Dr. Chiu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiu’s office at (707) 253-7005.
Where did Dr. Chiu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor College Med
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Chiu speak?
Dr. Chiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chiu treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chiu 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. Chiu. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chiu perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edwin Chiu may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chiu's office.
Does Dr. Chiu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 253-7005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiu accept in Vacaville, CA?
Dr. Chiu in Vacaville, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chiu's office located?
What is Dr. Chiu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659392223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiu
What is Dr. Edwin Chiu's specialty?
Dr. Chiu is a Nephrologist near Vacaville, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Chiu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edwin Chiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chiu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Vacaville Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente- Vallejo Medical Center. 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
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Is Edwin Chiu accepting new patients in Vacaville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edwin Chiu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edwin Chiu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (707) 253-7005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edwin Chiu?
Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (707) 253-7005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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