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Dr. Yung-Ping Chin, MD

Dr. Yung-Ping Chin, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Sunnyvale, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chin, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Sunnyvale, CA?

    Dr. Yung-Ping Chin, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Sunnyvale, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Chin completed her residency at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Chin is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chin’s office at (408) 730-4251.

    Where did Dr. Chin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pediatric Endocrinology, UCLA School of Medicine

    • Residency: Duke University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Chin board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Yung-Ping Chin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2013, American Board of Pediatrics since 2010

    What languages does Dr. Chin speak?

    Dr. Chin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Chin typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Chin diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chin. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Hyperfunction
    • Excess Pituitary Hormone
    • Hyperpituitarism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Chin typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Yung-Ping Chin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 730-4251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chin accept in Sunnyvale, CA?

    Dr. Chin in Sunnyvale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Chin's office located?

    Dr. Yung-Ping Chin's Primary Practice

    301 Old San Francisco Rd

    Sunnyvale, CA 94086

    (408) 730-4251

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chin affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA

    What is Dr. Chin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639345622.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chin

    What is Dr. Yung-Ping Chin's specialty?

    Dr. Chin is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Sunnyvale, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

    Is Dr. Yung-Ping Chin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chin is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Yung-Ping Chin accepting new patients in Sunnyvale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yung-Ping Chin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yung-Ping Chin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (408) 730-4251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yung-Ping Chin?

    Please contact Dr. Chin's office at (408) 730-4251 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chin's office located?

    Dr. Chin's office is located in Sunnyvale, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yung-Ping Chin have?

    Dr. Yung-Ping Chin is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Pediatrics.