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Who is Dr. Chin, Podiatrist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Edward Chin is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chin’s office at (949) 450-0200.
What languages does Dr. Chin speak?
Dr. Chin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Chin typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chin 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. Chin. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89892: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 2
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Other Congenital Right Varus Foot Deformities
- Other Congenital Left Varus Foot Deformities
- Birth Defects
- Right foot turned inward defect
- Congenital right foot varus anomaly
- Rare right foot deformity at birth
- Left foot turned inward defect
- Congenital left foot varus anomaly
- Rare left foot deformity at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6631: Other congenital varus deformities of feet, right foot
- Q6632: Other congenital varus deformities of feet, left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Chin typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chin 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. Chin. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
- Cyst Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Does Dr. Chin accept my insurance?
Dr. Chin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 450-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chin accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Chin in Irvine, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
The Travelers Companies
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chin's office located?
Dr. Edward Chin's Primary Practice
113 Waterworks Way Ste 330
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 450-0200
What is Dr. Chin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932176609.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chin
What is Dr. Edward Chin's specialty?
Dr. Chin is a Podiatrist near Irvine, CA.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Edward Chin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chin is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center 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 Edward Chin accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Chin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Chin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (949) 450-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Chin?
Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (949) 450-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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