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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chou, Internist in Concord, CA?
Dr. Huaming Chou, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Concord, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Chou completed his residency at St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chou’s office at (707) 334-7264.
Where did Dr. Chou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Beijing Med University | Peking Union Medical University
Is Dr. Chou board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Huaming Chou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chou speak?
Dr. Chou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chou typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chou 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. Chou. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chou typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Chou 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. Chou. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Does Dr. Chou accept my insurance?
Dr. Chou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 334-7264 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chou accept in Concord, CA?
Dr. Chou in Concord, 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
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chou's office located?
What is Dr. Chou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902868672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chou
What is Dr. Huaming Chou's specialty?
Dr. Chou is a Internist near Concord, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Huaming Chou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Huaming Chou accepting new patients in Concord, CA?
Yes, Dr. Huaming Chou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Huaming Chou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (707) 334-7264 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Huaming Chou?
Please contact Dr. Chou's office at (707) 334-7264 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Huaming Chou have?
Dr. Huaming Chou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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