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Dr. John Chunga, MD

Anesthesiologist

Rockford, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chunga, Anesthesiologist in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. John Chunga, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chunga completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Anesthesiology; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chunga is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chunga’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chunga’s office at (574) 233-3123.

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

    • Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Anesthesiology; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Chunga board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Chunga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Chunga speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chunga typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chunga 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. Chunga. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chunga typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Chunga may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chunga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chunga accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chunga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 233-3123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chunga accept in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Chunga in Rockford, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • The Alliance

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    Where is Dr. Chunga's office located?

    Dr. John Chunga's Primary Practice

    2400 N Rockton Ave

    Rockford, IL 61103

    (574) 233-3123

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    Dr. John Chunga's Practice 2

    8201 E Riverside Blvd

    Rockford, IL 61114

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

    Dr. Chunga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730259714.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chunga?

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

    What is Dr. John Chunga's specialty?

    Dr. Chunga is an Anesthesiologist near Rockford, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. John Chunga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chunga is affiliated with Javon Bea Hospital – Riverside 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. John Chunga accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?

    Yes, Dr. John Chunga is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Chunga offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chunga's office at (574) 233-3123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Chunga?

    Please contact Dr. Chunga's office at (574) 233-3123 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chunga's office located?

    Dr. Chunga's office is located in Rockford, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Chunga have?

    Dr. John Chunga is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.