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Dr. Simon Chough, MD

Dr. Simon Chough, MD

Latrobe, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chough, Cardiologist in Latrobe, PA?

    Dr. Simon Chough, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Latrobe, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chough graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Shadyside Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chough is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chough’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chough’s office at (412) 664-4124.

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

    • Residency: Shadyside Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine | PCOM/UPMC Shadyside Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    What languages does Dr. Chough speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Chough treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chough 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. Chough. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Which procedures does Dr. Chough perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Simon Chough may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chough accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 664-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chough accept in Latrobe, PA?

    Dr. Chough in Latrobe, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Chough's office located?

    Dr. Simon Chough's Primary Practice

    100 Excela Health Dr Ste 203

    Latrobe, PA 15650

    (412) 664-4124

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    Dr. Simon Chough's Practice 2

    320 Main St

    Johnstown, PA 15901

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    Dr. Simon Chough's Practice 3

    1400 Locust St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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

    Dr. Chough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972575769.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chough?

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

    What is Dr. Simon Chough's specialty?

    Dr. Chough is a Cardiologist near Latrobe, PA. 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. Chough to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Simon Chough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chough is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Simon Chough accepting new patients in Latrobe, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Simon Chough is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Simon Chough offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chough's office at (412) 664-4124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Simon Chough?

    Please contact Dr. Chough's office at (412) 664-4124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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