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Dr. Rush Chewning, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chewning, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Rush Chewning, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Chewning is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chewning’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chewning’s office at (617) 355-4033.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chewning?

    Dr. Rush Chewning, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chewning empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Radiology, Vascular Malformations/Birthmarks, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Chewning is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Chewning speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Chewning typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Chewning 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. Chewning. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Vascular Malformation
    • Birth Defect
    • Birth Defects
    • Blood Vessel Birth Defect
    • Vascular Anomaly
    • Limb Vascular Defect
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Congenital Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
    • Q899: Congenital malformation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Chewning typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Chewning performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chewning. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Muscle Needle Biopsy
    • Deep Bone Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
    • Muscle Tissue Sample
    • Needle Bone Biopsy
    • Trocar Bone Biopsy
    • Vertebral Body Biopsy
    • Femur Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
    • 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)

    Also known as:

    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
    • Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
    • Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
    • GJ Tube Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Conversion (Stomach to Small Intestine)
    • G-tube to J-tube Conversion
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Conversion
    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 49446: Conversion of gastrostomy tube to gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Venous Embolization
    • Vein Occlusion Procedure
    • Vascular Malformation Embolization
    • Varicocele Embolization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)

    Also known as:

    • Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
    • Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
    • Chest Tube Insertion
    • Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain

    CPT Codes:

    • 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Chewning accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chewning accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-4033 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chewning accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chewning's office located?

    Dr. Rush Chewning's Primary Practice

    3020 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (617) 355-4033

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

    Dr. Chewning's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083872212.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chewning?

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

    What is Dr. Rush Chewning's specialty?

    Dr. Chewning is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. Rush Chewning affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chewning is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego. 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

    When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist. 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 Rush Chewning accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rush Chewning is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rush Chewning offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chewning's office at (617) 355-4033 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rush Chewning?

    Please contact Dr. Chewning's office at (617) 355-4033 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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