Summary

Dr. Brian Chu treats ventral hernia, hemorrhoids, and cholelithiasis, and performs soft tissue tumor excision, laparoscopy, and hernia repair surgery. He practices surgery in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Chu completed his residency in general surgery at Kaweah Health Medical Center.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kaweah Health Medical Center-General Surgery Resident
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Surgery Center - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

316 S Stratford Ave Suite BSanta Maria, CA 93454
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Maria , CABakersfield , CASanta Maria , CAVille Platte , LA
Med School: University of California, Los Angeles - B.S. in Biology (Education/Training) Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Brian Chu

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Progressive
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Brian Chu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Brian Chu has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

Brian Chu holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaweah Health Medical Center-General Surgery Resident.

Medical School

Graduated from University of California, Los Angeles - B.S. in Biology (Education/Training) and University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine.

NPI Number

Brian Chu's NPI number is 1992200117.

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Does Brian Chu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Brian Chu's office located?
Brian Chu's office is located at 316 S Stratford Ave Suite B, Santa Maria, CA, 93454.
What languages does Brian Chu speak?
Brian Chu speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Chu?
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Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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