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Who is Dr. Chiou, Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Michael Chiou, MD is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chiou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiou’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiou’s office at (518) 382-4500.
What languages does Dr. Chiou speak?
Dr. Chiou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chiou treat?
As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Chiou 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. Chiou. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
- Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
- Unspecified Brain Injury
- Head Trauma
- Brain Injury
- Intracranial Injury
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S069XAD: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter
- S069X9D: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, subsequent encounter
- S065XAD: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Concussion
- PCS
- Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
- Lingering concussion symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0781: Postconcussional syndrome
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Reduced Mobility
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Headache
- Headache
- Long-term Headache after Injury
- Persistent Concussion Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44329: Chronic post-traumatic headache, not intractable
Which procedures does Dr. Chiou perform as a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists?
As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Chiou may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chiou's office.
Does Dr. Chiou accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 382-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiou accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Chiou in Schenectady, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chiou's office located?
Dr. Michael Chiou's Primary Practice
1270 Belmont Ave
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 382-4500
What is Dr. Chiou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578097606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiou
What is Dr. Michael Chiou's specialty?
Dr. Chiou is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists near Schenectady, NY. A physiatrist specializing in Brain Injury Medicine focuses on preventing brain injuries and providing evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries. This specialist addresses various injury-related disorders that impact psychosocial, educational, and vocational functioning, as well as injuries to the central nervous system. Contact Dr. Chiou to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Chiou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiou is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center 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
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Is Michael Chiou accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Chiou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Chiou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiou's office at (518) 382-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Chiou?
Please contact Dr. Chiou's office at (518) 382-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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