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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. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 and 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, and 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 a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Lee typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Maple Syrup Urine Disease
- Tyrosinemia
- High Phenylalanine Levels
- Isovaleric Acidemia
- Metabolic Disorder
- Maple syrup urine disease
- Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
- Isovaleric acidemia
- MSUD
- Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria
- Tyrosine Metabolism Disorder
- Tyrosinosis
- Hyperphenylalaninemia
- Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- IVA
- Isovaleric Aciduria
ICD-10 Codes:
- E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease
- E7021: Tyrosinemia
- E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
- E71110: Isovaleric acidemia
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
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:
- 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:
- Gaucher Disease
- Glucocerebrosidase deficiency
- Gaucher's disease
- Genetic Metabolic Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7522: Gaucher disease
What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Chung Lee may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
Please contact Dr. Lee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Clinical Geneticist do?
A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.
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
When to see a Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 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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