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Dr. Derek Chung, MD
Brooklyn, NY
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chung, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Derek Chung, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chung completed his residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Pathology; Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Chung is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (718) 258-3085.
Where did Dr. Chung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Pathology; Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Brooklyn Hospital Center
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University / School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chung speak?
Dr. Chung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chung typically treat?
As an Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chung typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Chung 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. Chung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?
Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 258-3085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Chung in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
Dr. Derek Chung's Primary Practice
391 Eastern Pkwy Ste A
Brooklyn, NY 11216
(718) 258-3085
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Derek Chung?
Dr. Chung has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1588747935.
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. Derek Chung's specialty?
Dr. Chung is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Derek Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Derek Chung accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Derek Chung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Chung offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chung, or call (718) 258-3085 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Chung?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (718) 258-3085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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