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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Clinical Geneticist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chung Lee, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’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. Lee’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lee?
Dr. Chung Lee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Geneticist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Facelift, Nose Job/Rhinoplasty, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto/CA community, Dr. Lee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- Maple Syrup Urine Disease
- High Phenylalanine Levels
- Isovaleric Acidemia
- Branched-Chain Amino Acid Metabolism
- Tyrosinemia
- Propionic Acidemia
- Metabolic Disorder
- Maple syrup urine disease
- Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
- Isovaleric acidemia
- Propionic acidemia
- MSUD
- Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria
- Hyperphenylalaninemia
- Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- IVA
- Isovaleric Aciduria
- Branched-Chain Amino Acid Disorders
- Branched-Chain Amino Acid Metabolism Condition
- Tyrosine Metabolism Disorder
- Tyrosinosis
- PA
- Propionyl-CoA Carboxylase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease
- E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
- E71110: Isovaleric acidemia
- E7119: Other disorders of branched-chain amino-acid metabolism
- E7021: Tyrosinemia
- E71121: Propionic acidemia
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Lysine and Hydroxylysine Metabolism Disorder
- Homocystinuria
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Hyperlysinemia
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
- Lysine Processing Problems
- Genetic Lysine Disorder
- Cystathionine Beta-Synthase Deficiency
- CBS Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
- E723: Disorders of lysine and hydroxylysine metabolism
- E7211: Homocystinuria
Also known as:
- Gaucher Disease
- Fabry Disease
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Fabry disease
- Glucocerebrosidase deficiency', 'Gaucher's disease
- Genetic Metabolic Disorder
- Anderson-Fabry disease
- Alpha-galactosidase A deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7522: Gaucher disease
- E7521: Fabry (-Anderson) disease
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Disease
- Hereditary Disease Risk
- Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Recurrent seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Male Genetic Carrier Testing for Family Planning
- Genetic Testing
- Male genetic testing for reproduction
- Genetic carrier screening for men
- Preconception genetic testing (male)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z31440: Encounter of male for testing for genetic disease carrier status for procreative management
Also known as:
- Family history of other specified Condition
- Family History
- Inherited health risks
- Genetic predisposition to certain conditions
- Family history of specific illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8489: Family history of other specified conditions
Also known as:
- Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase II Deficiency
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Carnitine palmitoyltransferase II deficiency
- CPT2 Deficiency
- Muscle CPT Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71314: Muscle carnitine palmitoyltransferase deficiency
Also known as:
- Very Long-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Very long-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
- VLCAD Deficiency
- Long-Chain Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorder
- VLCADD
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71310: Long chain/very long chain acyl CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
Also known as:
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Mucopolysaccharidosis type II
- MPS II
- Hunter syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E761: Mucopolysaccharidosis, type II
Which procedures does Dr. Lee perform as a Clinical Geneticist?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Chung Lee may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lee's office.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Lee in Palo Alto, 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
California Water Service Group
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497045298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Chung Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Clinical Geneticist near Palo Alto, CA. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Lee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chung Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Geneticist?
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Is Chung Lee accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chung Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chung Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chung Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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