Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center - Nephrology Department
4647 Zion Ave, 
San Diego, CA 

Overview

Michael Chau is an Endocrinologist and a Nephrologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Dr. Chau is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Nephrosclerosis.

Dr. Chau is board certified in Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Chau is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2016

Specialties

Endocrinology
Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine

Fellowships

George Washington University Hospital , Nephrology , 2019 - 2021

Hospital Affiliations

Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Diego

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center - Nephrology Department
4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
Other Locations
Kidney Consultants Medical Group
11550 Indian Hills Rd, Mission Hills, CA 91345
Kidney Consultants Medical Group
8987 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Sun Valley, CA 91352

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael J. Chau

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Chau?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Chau by calling their office at 833-574-2273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael J. Chau a top-rated expert for Diabetic Nephropathy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael J. Chau is classified as an Advanced expert for Diabetic Nephropathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Michael J. Chau specialize in?

While Dr. Michael J. Chau is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Nephropathy, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.

Does Dr. Michael J. Chau participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael J. Chau has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Michael J. Chau's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael J. Chau accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael J. Chau accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 833-574-2273 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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