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Dr. Tung Chez, MD

New York, NY

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chez, Cardiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Tung Chez, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chez completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chez’s office at (212) 740-0408.

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

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Auto De Santo Domingo (Uasd)

    Is Dr. Chez board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tung Chez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chez treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chez 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. Chez. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Right Bundle Branch Block
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • RBBB
    • Right Heart Block
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Angina (Chest Pain)
    • Angina
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Heart-Related Chest Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Past Heart Attack
    • Heart Attack
    • Previous Heart Attack
    • Old Myocardial Infarction
    • Prior Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I252: Old myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Blood Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Chez perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tung Chez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chez's office.

    Does Dr. Chez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 740-0408 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chez accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Chez in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chez's office located?

    Dr. Tung Chez's Primary Practice

    513 W 179th St # 1

    New York, NY 10033

    (212) 740-0408

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

    Dr. Chez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952306433.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chez?

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

    What is Dr. Tung Chez's specialty?

    Dr. Chez is a Cardiologist near New York, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Chez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tung Chez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Tung Chez accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Tung Chez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tung Chez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chez's office at (212) 740-0408 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tung Chez?

    Please contact Dr. Chez's office at (212) 740-0408 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tung Chez have?

    Dr. Tung Chez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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