Dr. Chiwai Chan, DO
Fountain Valley, CA
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chan, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Chiwai Chan, DO is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Chan graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Stanford Hospitals And Clinics. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Chan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (714) 424-9300.
Where did Dr. Chan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mayo Clinic
Residency: Stanford Hospitals And Clinics | Stanford Hospital & Clinics | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
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 Dr. Chan treat?
As a Interventional Pain 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Neck and Upper Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Neck and Upper Back
- Cervicothoracic Radiculopathy
- Spinal Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5413: Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Neck and Upper Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervicothoracic Spondylosis
- Upper Spine Arthritis
- Degenerative Disease of Neck and Upper Back
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47813: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain from Injury
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Post-traumatic chronic pain
- Long-term pain after injury
- Persistent pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8921: Chronic pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Chan perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chiwai Chan may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chan's office.
Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 424-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Chan in Fountain Valley, 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
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Conifer Health Solutions
HealthSmart
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
Dr. Chiwai Chan's Primary Practice
11160 Warner Ave Ste 417
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 424-9300
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
MemorialCare Physician Society
Member
What is Dr. Chan's NPI number?An 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 1629051529.
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. Chiwai Chan's specialty?
Dr. Chan is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Fountain Valley, CA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Chan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chiwai Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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
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Is Chiwai Chan accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chiwai Chan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chiwai Chan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (714) 424-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chiwai Chan?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (714) 424-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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