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36 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Chung, Internist in Fayetteville, NC?
Dr. Peter Chung, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, NC. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Chung graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine and completed his residency at Interfaith Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, 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 (910) 482-5114.
Where did Dr. Chung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Interfaith Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Interfaith Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine
Is Dr. Chung board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Chung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chung speak?
Dr. Chung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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)
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chung typically perform?
As an Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?
Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 482-5114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Fayetteville, NC?
Dr. Chung in Fayetteville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Medicare
Not Specified
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Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
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 1861420747.
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. Peter Chung's specialty?
Dr. Chung is a Internist near Fayetteville, NC.
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. Peter Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chung is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Peter Chung accepting new patients in Fayetteville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Peter Chung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Chung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (910) 482-5114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Chung?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (910) 482-5114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Chung have?
Dr. Peter Chung is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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