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Dr. Charleston Chua, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chua, Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Charleston Chua, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chua is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chua’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chua’s office at (702) 460-6009.

    What languages does Dr. Chua speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chua treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chua 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. Chua. 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:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Arm Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Finger Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03114: Cellulitis of left upper limb
    • L03011: Cellulitis of right finger

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Abscess on the Right Hand
    • Abscess
    • Pus Pocket
    • Skin Infection With Pus
    • Infected Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L02511: Cutaneous abscess of right hand

    Which procedures does Dr. Chua perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Charleston Chua may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chua's office.

    Does Dr. Chua accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 460-6009 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chua accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Chua in San Diego, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chua's office located?

    Dr. Charleston Chua's Primary Practice

    4510 Executive Dr Ste 103

    San Diego, CA 92121

    (702) 460-6009

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    Dr. Charleston Chua's Practice 2

    2315 Stockton Blvd Rm OP512

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-2726

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    Dr. Charleston Chua's Practice 3

    27699 Jefferson Ave Ste 201

    Temecula, CA 92590

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

    Dr. Chua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881937449.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chua?

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

    What is Dr. Charleston Chua's specialty?

    Dr. Chua is a Plastic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Chua to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charleston Chua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chua is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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

    Where can I learn more about Plastic Surgeon?

    Explore Plastic Surgeon with 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 Charleston Chua accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Charleston Chua is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charleston Chua offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chua's office at (702) 460-6009 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charleston Chua?

    Please contact Dr. Chua's office at (702) 460-6009 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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