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23 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Chow, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Bruce Chow, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Chow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office at (213) 385-0029.
Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Coll Osteo Phys & Surgs of Los Angeles, Los Angeles (Now Allopathic) | College of Physicians & Surgeons of Los Angeles
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chow treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chow 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. Chow. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chow perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Chow may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chow's office.
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 385-0029 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Chow in Los Angeles, CA 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
GlobalHealth
Hackensack Meridian Health
Heritage Health
Medicare
Preferred IPA
Weyco
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Where is Dr. Chow's office located?
What is Dr. Chow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013913441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chow
What is Dr. Bruce Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Chow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruce Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Bruce Chow accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (213) 385-0029 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (213) 385-0029 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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