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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sung, Internist in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Alexander Sung is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sung’s office at (626) 304-0070.
What languages does Dr. Sung speak?
Dr. Sung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sung typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sung 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. Sung. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sung typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Sung may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sung accept my insurance?
Dr. Sung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 304-0070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sung accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Sung in Pasadena, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sung's office located?
Dr. Alexander Sung's Primary Practice
625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 280
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 304-0070
What is Dr. Sung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255080891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sung
What is Dr. Alexander Sung's specialty?
Dr. Sung is a Internist near Pasadena, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Alexander Sung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sung is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Alexander Sung accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Sung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Sung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sung's office at (626) 304-0070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Sung?
Please contact Dr. Sung's office at (626) 304-0070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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