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Dr. Shan Chu, MD

Monterey Park, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chu, Pulmonologist in Monterey Park, CA?

    Dr. Shan Chu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Monterey Park, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chu graduated from Taipei Med University and completed his residency at Univ Hosps & Clinics, Pulmonary Diseases; Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (626) 280-4393.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosps & Clinics, Pulmonary Diseases; Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Taipei Med Coll, Taipei, Taiwan (- Prior / | Taipei Med University

    Is Dr. Chu board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shan Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chu speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chu 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. Chu. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4552: Severe persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Coughing Up Blood
    • Cough
    • Bloody cough
    • Spitting blood
    • Hemoptysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R042: Hemoptysis

    Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 280-4393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Monterey Park, CA?

    Dr. Chu in Monterey Park, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chu's office located?

    Dr. Shan Chu's Primary Practice

    500 N Garfield Ave Ste 204

    Monterey Park, CA 91754

    (626) 280-4393

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

    Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760477939.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?

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

    What is Dr. Shan Chu's specialty?

    Dr. Chu is a Pulmonologist near Monterey Park, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shan Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Garfield Medical Center. 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 Pulmonologist?

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    Is Shan Chu accepting new patients in Monterey Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shan Chu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shan Chu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (626) 280-4393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shan Chu?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (626) 280-4393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shan Chu have?

    Dr. Shan Chu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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