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Dr. Jim Chou, MD
Gastroenterology* Age 47
Dr. Jim Chou, MD
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Dr. Jim Chou, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Irvine, CA.
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Dr. Jim Chou, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 47
Irvine, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jim Chou, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Irvine, CA.

About Dr. Jim Chou, MD

Dr. Chou graduated from Boston University. Dr. Jim Chou, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Irvine, CA. Dr. Chou has experience treating conditions like Duodenitis, Hemorrhoids, Gastric Ulcer, Colorectal Polyp, Intestinal Diverticulosis, Gastroptosis and Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Chou's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chou is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Duodenitis
Hemorrhoids
Gastric Ulcer
Duodenitis
Hemorrhoids
Gastric Ulcer
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Polyp
Colonoscopy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Gastroptosis
Constipation
Gastritis
Celiac Disease
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy
Manometry
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Intestinal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Dysphagia
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Diarrhea
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Barrett's Esophagus
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Chronic Gastritis
Nausea
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Esophagitis
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Cirrhosis
Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)
Anemia
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Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Reflux Esophagitis
Heartburn
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Indigestion
Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Acidosis
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Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ascites
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Asthma
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Back Pain
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bronchitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Pain
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Gastritis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Fibromyalgia
Gallstones
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Genital Warts
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypothyroidism
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pneumonia
Polyneuropathy
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Raynaud's Disease
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Ringworm
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Splenomegaly
Stomach Stenosis
Tension Headache
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Visceroptosis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Warts
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Wheezing
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Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Gallbladder Scan
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
Pancreas Surgeries
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus
  • Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Small Group PPO
  • Access Plus Savenet
    Access Plus HMO
    Local Access Plus HMO
    Trio ACO HMO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    AWH Southern California HMO
    Aetna HMO
  • Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    California Care Large Group HMO
    Advantage HMO
    Select HMO
    California Care Small Group HMO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
  • ExcelCare Small / Large Group
    CA Healthnet PPO
    CA CommunityCare Network HMO
    CA SmartCare HMO
    CA WholeCare Network HMO
    SmartCare Network Small Group HMO
    CA Employer Group Plans HMO
  • BlueCard PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
    Southern CA Value HMO
    Cigna HMO
    Southern CA Select HMO
  • SignatureValue - CA HMO
    Options PPO
    SignatureValue Alliance
    SignatureValue Advantage - CA HMO
    Choice Plus POS

Where Dr. Jim Chou, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Ardalan Babaknia M D Professional Corp.
    15775 Laguna Canyon Rd Ste 240, Irvine, CA 92618
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Sunday
    08:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    16405 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 250, Irvine, CA 92618
  3. 3 Ronald J Policastro MD Inc
    18111 Brookhurst St Ste 5200, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
  4. 4 Office
    29826 Haun Rd Ste 308, Menifee, CA 92586

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Apr 23, 2024
Doctor Chou is very patient and caring for his patients. By the way, Dr.Chou speaks perfect mandarin.My mom has made her first appointment with Dr.Chou and he is very patient to listen to my mom medical condition and history, and talk through what potential problem she has and advice to her.The staff in office are very polite and respectful.Marygnale, Margie and Tiffani are very professional, and they help me schedule the endoscopy and colonoscopy for her and give me the clear instruction what you should do and not to do before the surgery.All in all, they give me a feeling of conform and profession, and that’s what the patient needs truly. Thank you Dr.Chou and the staff.
— Apr 23, 2024
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Meet Dr. Jim Chou, MD

Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology
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FAQs About Dr. Chou's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Jim Chou, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chou's profile.

Dr. Chou frequently treats the following conditions: Duodenitis, Hemorrhoids, Gastric Ulcer, Colorectal Polyp, Intestinal Diverticulosis, Gastroptosis and Constipation. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Jim Chou, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center and Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Jim Chou, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Boston University
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Hospitals Where Dr. Jim Chou, MD Practices

  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

    18111 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA

  • Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital

    25500 Medical Center Dr, Murrieta, CA

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