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Dr. Edwin Chung, MD

Cape Coral, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chung, Hospitalist in Cape Coral, FL?

    Dr. Edwin Chung, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Cape Coral, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chung graduated from Baltimore Medical College. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, Italian, and Korean, 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 (239) 573-1152.

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

    • Medical School: Baltimore Medical College | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Korean

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chung typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, 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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chung typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Edwin Chung may include:

    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 (239) 573-1152 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Cape Coral, FL?

    Dr. Chung in Cape Coral, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

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    290 Nicholas Pkwy NW Ste 1

    Cape Coral, FL 33991

    (239) 573-1152

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    Dr. Edwin Chung's Practice 2

    2343 Aaron St

    Port Charlotte, FL 33952

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    Dr. Edwin Chung's Practice 3

    19531 Cochran Blvd

    Port Charlotte, FL 33948

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chung affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chung has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus,North Venice, FL
    Hca Florida Fawcett Hospital,Port Charlotte, FL
    Adventhealth Port Charlotte Inc,Port Charlotte, FL
    Shorepoint Health Port Charlotte,Port Charlotte, FL

    What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?A 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 1104841360.

    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. Edwin Chung's specialty?

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Edwin Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Edwin Chung accepting new patients in Cape Coral, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Edwin Chung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edwin Chung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (239) 573-1152 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edwin Chung?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (239) 573-1152 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Chung's offices are located in Cape Coral, FL and Port Charlotte, FL.