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Who is Dr. Chou, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Alan Chou, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office.
What languages does Dr. Chou speak?
Dr. Chou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chou treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chou 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. Chou. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Which procedures does Dr. Chou perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alan Chou may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chou's office.
Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?
Dr. Chou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Chou in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chou's office located?
What is Dr. Chou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720406846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chou
What is Dr. Alan Chou's specialty?
Dr. Chou is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Allentown, PA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Chou to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chou is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Alan Chou accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Chou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Chou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Chou?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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