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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chow, Internist in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Christopher Chow, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chow graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chow is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chow’s office at (818) 341-4401.
Where did Dr. Chow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cedars Sinai Med Center | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chow board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Chow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chow speak?
Dr. Chow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
What conditions does Dr. Chow treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Which procedures does Dr. Chow perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Chow may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chow's office.
Does Dr. Chow accept my insurance?
Dr. Chow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 341-4401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chow accept in Northridge, CA?
Dr. Chow in Northridge, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Clever Care Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Chow's office located?
Dr. Christopher Chow's Primary Practice
18433 Roscoe Blvd Ste 208
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 341-4401
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 1528024122.
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. Christopher Chow's specialty?
Dr. Chow is a Internist near Northridge, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Chow to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Chow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chow is affiliated with Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Christopher Chow accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Chow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Chow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (818) 341-4401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Chow?
Please contact Dr. Chow's office at (818) 341-4401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Chow have?
Dr. Christopher Chow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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