Christopher Jen-Hung Chow, MD
Christopher Jen-Hung Chow is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in St Louis Park, MN with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Christopher Jen-Hung Chow, MD specializes in colon & rectal surgery, serving patients in St Louis Park, MN in group practice. A Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School graduate since 2008, he brings 18+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1786dNPPES updated 2021-07-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3931 Louisiana Ave S Department of Surgery, Meadowbrook W-200, St Louis Park, MN 55426-5000
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.79%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
12.79% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.3%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
115
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
165
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
438
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 1, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
18 years in practice
Experienced
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S # Ms 21110q, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Christopher Jen-Hung Chow
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Jen-Hung Chow for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to St Louis Park required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher Jen-Hung Chow
NPI records show Dr. Chow as active with telehealth listed in St Louis Park, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (952) 993-3180.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher Jen-Hung Chow
Practice Location
3931 Louisiana Ave S Department of Surgery, Meadowbrook W-200, St Louis Park, MN 55426-5000
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S # Ms 21110q, Bloomington, MN 55425-4516
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