Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chong, Podiatrist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Melody Chong is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chong graduated from Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Chong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chong’s office at (415) 386-3338.
Where did Dr. Chong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center
Medical School: Medical School - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chong speak?
Dr. Chong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Chong treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
Also known as:
- Right Foot Bunion
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Bunion
- Right Hallux Valgus
- Right Big Toe Deformity
- Right Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M21611: Bunion of right foot
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does Dr. Chong perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Chong accept my insurance?
Dr. Chong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 386-3338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chong accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Chong in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
San Francisco Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chong's office located?
Dr. Melody Chong's Primary Practice
2250 Hayes St Ste 206
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 386-3338
Dr. Melody Chong's Practice 2
3838 California St Rm 601
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 386-3338
What is Dr. Chong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497786040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chong
What is Dr. Melody Chong's specialty?
Dr. Chong is a Podiatrist near San Francisco, CA. A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy. Contact Dr. Chong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melody Chong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chong is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, MarinHealth Medical Center 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 Melody Chong accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melody Chong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melody Chong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (415) 386-3338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melody Chong?
Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (415) 386-3338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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