Summary

Dr. Peter Chau is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Morristown Medical Center, building a strong foundation in comprehensive primary care. With 39 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Chau has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients of all ages. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout the Long Beach area.

Dr. Chau practices at multiple locations across Long Beach and Lakewood, California, including Saint Mary Medical Center, College Medical Center, MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center, and UCI Health Lakewood. His long-standing presence in the community reflects his commitment to providing accessible family medicine services. As a family physician, he focuses on preventive care, routine health maintenance, and managing chronic conditions for patients throughout their lives. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.7 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.7
  • 39 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Morristown Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Peter Chau has 5 locations

Saint Mary Medical Center

1050 Linden AveLong Beach, CA 90813

College Medical Center

2776 Pacific AveLong Beach, CA 90806

Uci Health Lakewood

3700 South StLakewood, CA 90712

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2.7 
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39 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati
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Med School: University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Chau

  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CareMore
  • Easy Choice Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Chau has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Chau has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Peter Chau 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 Morristown Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine and American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Chau's NPI number is 1316051329.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Peter Chau accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Peter Chau has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Peter Chau's office located?
Dr. Peter Chau's office is located at 1050 Linden Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90813.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Chau?
You can find contact information for Dr. Peter Chau here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Chau affiliated with?
Dr. Peter Chau is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.
Does Dr. Peter Chau accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Peter Chau accepts on their Vitals profile.

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