Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cua, Specialist in Jamaica Plain, MA?
Dr. Christopher Cua, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Jamaica Plain, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Cua graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Cua is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cua’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cua’s office.
Where did Dr. Cua go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Cua board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Cua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cua speak?
Dr. Cua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cua treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Cua 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. Cua. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Middle Lobe Lung Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C342: Malignant neoplasm of middle lobe, bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Lung surgery aftercare
- Breathing system recovery
- Respiratory post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Malignant Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Cardiopulmonary Syndromes (PDQ®)
- Cancer-related fluid in lungs
- Cancerous pleural fluid
- Pleural fluid from cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- J910: Malignant pleural effusion
Also known as:
- Other Mediastinum Disorder
- Various mediastinal diseases
- Unspecified chest cavity problems
- Other conditions of the mediastinum
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Does Dr. Cua accept my insurance?
Dr. Cua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cua accept in Jamaica Plain, MA?
Dr. Cua in Jamaica Plain, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cua's office located?
What is Dr. Cua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497736474.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cua
What is Dr. Christopher Cua's specialty?
Dr. Cua is a Specialist near Jamaica Plain, MA. Contact Dr. Cua to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Cua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cua is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Christopher Cua accepting new patients in Jamaica Plain, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Cua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Cua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cua's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Cua?
Please contact Dr. Cua's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Cua have?
Dr. Christopher Cua is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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