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Dr. Vincent Chung, MD

Duarte, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chung, Hematologist in Duarte, CA?

    Dr. Vincent Chung, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (626) 256-4673.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chung?

    Dr. Vincent Chung, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematologist 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. Chung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Cancer, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Duarte, CA community, Dr. Chung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Chung typically treat?

    As a Hematologist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
    • C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Chung typically perform?

    As a Hematologist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 256-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Duarte, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Vincent Chung's Primary Practice

    1500E Duarte Rd

    Duarte, CA 91010

    (626) 256-4673

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    Dr. Vincent Chung's Practice 2

    1043 Elm Ave Ste 104

    Long Beach, CA 90813

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    Dr. Vincent Chung's Practice 3

    209 Fair Oaks Ave

    South Pasadena, CA 91030

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

    Dr. Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588771364.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chung?

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

    What is Dr. Vincent Chung's specialty?

    Dr. Chung is a Hematologist near Duarte, CA.

    What does a Hematologist do?

    An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.

    Is this Dr. Vincent Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematologist. 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 Vincent Chung accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vincent Chung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vincent Chung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (626) 256-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vincent Chung?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (626) 256-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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