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Dr. Sophia Chun, MD

Seal Beach, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chun, Internist in Seal Beach, CA?

    Dr. Sophia Chun, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Seal Beach, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Chun graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Physician Medicine & Rehabilitat. Dr. Chun is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chun’s office at (562) 493-9581.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Physician Medicine & Rehabilitat

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Chun board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Sophia Chun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Chun speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chun typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chun 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. Chun. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Post-Polio Syndrome
    • Polio and Post-Polio Syndrome
    • PPS
    • Late Effects of Polio
    • Polio Residuals

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G14: Postpolio syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chun typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chun 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. Chun. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Does Dr. Chun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 493-9581 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chun accept in Seal Beach, CA?

    Dr. Chun in Seal Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chun's office located?

    Dr. Sophia Chun's Primary Practice

    1661 Golden Rain Rd

    Seal Beach, CA 90740

    (562) 493-9581

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

    Dr. Chun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104939990.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chun?

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

    What is Dr. Sophia Chun's specialty?

    Dr. Chun is a Internist near Seal Beach, CA.

    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. Sophia Chun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chun is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Sophia Chun accepting new patients in Seal Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sophia Chun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sophia Chun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chun's office at (562) 493-9581 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sophia Chun?

    Please contact Dr. Chun's office at (562) 493-9581 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sophia Chun have?

    Dr. Sophia Chun is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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