DC
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chong, Critical Care Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. David Chong, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Chong is fluent in English, French, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chong’s office at (732) 828-3000.
Where did Dr. Chong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny
Is Dr. Chong board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Chong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chong speak?
Dr. Chong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Korean
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Chong typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Chong typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Chong may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Chong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chong accept my insurance?
Dr. Chong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 828-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chong accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Chong in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chong's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Chong affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Chong's NPI number?A 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 1720161904.
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. David Chong's specialty?
Dr. Chong is a Critical Care Internist near Bronx, NY.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is Dr. David Chong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chong is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. David Chong accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. David Chong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Chong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (732) 828-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Chong?
Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (732) 828-3000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chong's office located?
Dr. Chong's offices are located in Bronx, NY, Brooklyn, NY, and New Brunswick, NJ.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Chong have?
Dr. David Chong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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