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Who is Dr. Chae, Physiatrist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Heechin Chae, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Chae is currently affiliated with Spaulding Rehab Hospital Srh. Dr. Chae is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chae’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chae’s office at (202) 877-1621.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chae?
Dr. Heechin Chae, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chae empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain Management, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Chae is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Chae board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Heechin Chae, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Chae speak?
Dr. Chae and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Chae typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Chae 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. Chae. 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:
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Concussion
- PCS
- Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
- Lingering concussion symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0781: Postconcussional syndrome
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
- Head Trauma
- Brain Injury
- Intracranial Injury
- TBI
- Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
- Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
- Unspecified Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060XAA: Concussion with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S069X9S: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, sequela
- S069XAA: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Headache
- Headache
- Headache after injury
- Concussion Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44309: Post-traumatic headache, unspecified, not intractable
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Chae typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Chae 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. Chae. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Chae accept my insurance?
Dr. Chae accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-1621 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chae accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chae in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oscar
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Where is Dr. Chae's office located?
What is Dr. Chae's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chae's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861483067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chae?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chae
What is Dr. Heechin Chae's specialty?
Dr. Chae is a Physiatrist near Boston, MA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Heechin Chae affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chae 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 Heechin Chae accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Heechin Chae is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heechin Chae offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chae's office at (202) 877-1621 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heechin Chae?
Please contact Dr. Chae's office at (202) 877-1621 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heechin Chae have?
Dr. Heechin Chae is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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