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Dr. Eric Chou, MD

Dr. Eric Chou, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chou, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Eric Chou, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office at (619) 295-9729.

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

    • Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital, Musculoskeletal Imaging | Brigham & Women's Hospital

    Is Dr. Chou board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Chou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology since 2005

    What languages does Dr. Chou speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Chou typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Injury
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Trauma
    • Neck Damage
    • Injured Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Injury
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracic Injury
    • Chest Trauma
    • Rib Cage Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Chou typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Chou performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Knee MRI
    • Knee Joint Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of the Knee

    CPT Codes:

    • 27369: Injection procedure for contrast knee arthrography or contrast enhanced CT/MRI knee arthrography

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
    • Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
    • Hysterosalpingography Prep
    • Uterine Contrast Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Myelogram or CT Scan Injection
    • Spinal injection for imaging
    • Lumbar myelography injection
    • CT scan contrast injection spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 62284: Injection procedure for myelography and/or computed tomography, lumbar

    Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 295-9729 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chou's office located?

    Dr. Eric Chou's Primary Practice

    150 W Washington St

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 295-9729

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    Dr. Eric Chou's Practice 2

    12620 Monte Vista Rd Ste A

    Poway, CA 92064

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    A102

    477 N El Camino Real Ste A102

    Encinitas, CA 92024

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    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 1689627838.

    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. Eric Chou's specialty?

    Dr. Chou is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Eric Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chou is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Eric Chou accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Chou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Chou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (619) 295-9729 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Chou?

    Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (619) 295-9729 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Chou have?

    Dr. Eric Chou is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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