Dr. Franklin Chow, MD
Aurora, CO
40 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chow, Hospitalist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Franklin Chow, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Chow completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Chow is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office at (303) 493-7000.
Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny
Is Dr. Chow board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Franklin Chow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chow typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Routine Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After-birth Follow-up
- Postnatal Care Visit
- Maternal Postpartum Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Rate Problems
- Irregular Fetal Heartbeat
- Fetal Arrhythmia
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368330: Maternal care for abnormalities of the fetal heart rate or rhythm, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chow typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chow 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Postpartum D&C
- Post-delivery Curettage
- Dilation and Curettage (Postpartum)
- Uterine Scraping (After Birth)
CPT Codes:
- 59160: Curettage, postpartum
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 493-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Chow in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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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 1407844335.
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. Franklin Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Hospitalist near Aurora, CO.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Franklin Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Franklin Chow accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Franklin Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Franklin Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (303) 493-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Franklin Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (303) 493-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Franklin Chow have?
Dr. Franklin Chow is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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