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Dr. Oswald Chan, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chan, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Oswald Chan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Chan completed his residency at Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Chan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (323) 337-1775.

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

    • Residency: Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica

    Is Dr. Chan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Oswald Chan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chan speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chan typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chan typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Oswald Chan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 337-1775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Chan in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Chan's office located?

    Dr. Oswald Chan's Primary Practice

    5205 Melrose Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90038

    (323) 337-1775

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    Dr. Oswald Chan's Practice 2

    6043 Hollywood Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90028

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

    Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780676882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?

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

    What is Dr. Oswald Chan's specialty?

    Dr. Chan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Oswald Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Oswald Chan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Oswald Chan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oswald Chan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (323) 337-1775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oswald Chan?

    Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (323) 337-1775 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chan's office located?

    Dr. Chan's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Oswald Chan have?

    Dr. Oswald Chan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.