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Dr. Edward Chaw, DO

Physiatrist

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chaw, Physiatrist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Edward Chaw, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chaw graduated from University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Chaw is fluent in English and Burmese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaw’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaw’s office at (650) 723-1410.

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

    • Medical School: University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Chaw speak?

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

    • Burmese
    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Chaw typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Chaw 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. Chaw. 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:

    • Quadriplegia
    • Paraplegia
    • Incomplete Quadriplegia
    • Incomplete Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis
    • Partial four-limb paralysis
    • Incomplete tetraplegia
    • Partial quadriplegia
    • Partial lower body paralysis
    • Incomplete paralysis of legs
    • Partial paraplegia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
    • G8252: Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete
    • G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Cord Injury
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Injuries
    • Cervical Spinal Cord Damage
    • Neck Spinal Cord Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S14109A: Unspecified injury at unspecified level of cervical spinal cord, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Chaw typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Chaw may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chaw's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chaw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-1410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chaw accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Chaw in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Chaw's office located?

    Santa Clava Vly Med

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (650) 723-1410

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    Edwards Building Mc 5336

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm R107

    Palo Alto, CA 94305

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    What is Dr. Chaw's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679742472.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaw?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chaw

    What is Dr. Edward Chaw's specialty?

    Dr. Chaw is a Physiatrist near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Edward Chaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chaw is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Edward Chaw accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Chaw is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Chaw offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chaw's office at (650) 723-1410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Chaw?

    Please contact Dr. Chaw's office at (650) 723-1410 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chaw's office located?

    Dr. Chaw's offices are located in San Jose, CA and Palo Alto, CA.