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Dr. Walter Chien, MD

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Cardiologist

French Camp, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chien, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in French Camp, CA?

    Dr. Walter Chien, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in French Camp, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Chien graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chien is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chien’s office at (209) 529-0758.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Chien board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Chien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chien speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Chien typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Chien 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. Chien. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Arrhythmia
    • Familial atrial fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • SVT
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Rapid Heart Rate
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
    • I484: Atypical atrial flutter
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Chronic AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Permanent AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Chien typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Chien may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 529-0758 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chien accept in French Camp, CA?

    Dr. Chien in French Camp, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other PACE

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chien's office located?

    Dr. Walter Chien's Primary Practice

    500 W Hospital Rd

    French Camp, CA 95231

    (209) 529-0758

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    Dr. Walter Chien's Practice 2

    3000 Q St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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    Dr. Walter Chien's Practice 3

    2013 Coffee Rd

    Modesto, CA 95355

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chien affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chien has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    San Joaquin General Hospital,French Camp, CA

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

    Dr. Chien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386615631.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chien?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Chien's specialty?

    Dr. Chien is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near French Camp, CA.

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is Dr. Walter Chien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chien is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist. 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. Walter Chien accepting new patients in French Camp, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Chien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Chien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chien's office at (209) 529-0758 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Chien?

    Please contact Dr. Chien's office at (209) 529-0758 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chien's office located?

    Dr. Chien's offices are located in French Camp, CA, Sacramento, CA, and Modesto, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Chien have?

    Dr. Walter Chien is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.