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Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD

Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chiu, Plastic Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Chiu completed his residency at Nyu Langone Medical Center. Dr. Chiu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiu’s office at (212) 598-6689.

    Where did Dr. Chiu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | NYU Langone Medical Center (Plastic Surgery), Clinical Fellowships

    • Residency: Nyu Langone Medical Center

    Is Dr. Chiu board certified in Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Chiu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 2005

    What languages does Dr. Chiu speak?

    Dr. Chiu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chiu treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, 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:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83019: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
    • I83029: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Jaw
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Jaw Inflammation
    • Jaw Bone Infection
    • Jaw Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws

    Also known as:

    • Localized Fat Deposits
    • Obesity
    • Excess Fat in Specific Areas
    • Lipodystrophy
    • Regional Adiposity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E65: Localized adiposity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Graft Problems
    • Allograft Complications
    • Autograft Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T86828: Other complications of skin graft (allograft) (autograft)

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Radiation-Induced Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary and Bladder Problems
    • Radiation Cystitis with Blood
    • Bloody Urine from Radiation Therapy
    • Post-Radiation Bladder Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3041: Irradiation cystitis with hematuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Chiu perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernest Chiu may include:

    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 (212) 598-6689 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chiu accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Chiu in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chiu's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Chiu's Primary Practice

    240 E 38th St

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 598-6689

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    Dr. Ernest Chiu's Practice 2

    560 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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    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 1467475400.

    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. Ernest Chiu's specialty?

    Dr. Chiu is a Plastic Surgeon near New York, NY. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Chiu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Chiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chiu is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Ernest Chiu accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Chiu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Chiu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (212) 598-6689 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Chiu?

    Please contact Dr. Chiu's office at (212) 598-6689 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ernest Chiu have?

    Dr. Ernest Chiu is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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