26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chow, Urologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. George Chow, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Chow graduated from McGill University and completed his residency at Cleveland Clin. Dr. Chow is fluent in English, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clin
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | McGill University
Is Dr. Chow board certified as an Urologist?
Yes, Dr. George Chow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Chow typically treat?
As an Urologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
- Kidney and Ureter Problem
- Renal and Ureteral Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
- N289: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Chow typically perform?
As an Urologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
Also known as:
- Small Bladder Tumor Removal (Cystoscopy)
- Cystourethroscopy with Bladder Tumor Resection
- Bladder Tumor Fulguration
- Laser Removal of Bladder Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 52234: Cystourethroscopy, with fulguration (including cryosurgery or laser surgery) and/or resection of; SMALL bladder tumor(s) (0.5 up to 2.0 cm)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Kidney Removal
- Minimally Invasive Partial Nephrectomy
- Keyhole Kidney Surgery
- Laparoscopic Kidney Resection
- Partial Kidney Removal
CPT Codes:
- 50543: Laparoscopy, surgical; partial nephrectomy
Also known as:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Chow in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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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 1306824644.
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. George Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Urologist near Rochester, MN.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is this Dr. George Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire 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
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Is George Chow accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. George Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Chow have?
Dr. George Chow is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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