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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cho, Vascular Surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Sung Cho, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cho completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Cho is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (925) 295-4000.
Where did Dr. Cho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
What languages does Dr. Cho speak?
Dr. Cho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Cho typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Cho typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Cho in Walnut Creek, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cho's office located?
What is Dr. Cho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710065826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cho
What is Dr. Sung Cho's specialty?
Dr. Cho is a Vascular Surgeon near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Sung Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco 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
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Is Sung Cho accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sung Cho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sung Cho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sung Cho?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (925) 295-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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