Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chae, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Kristina Chae, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chae graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Chae is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chae’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chae’s office at (718) 920-2273.
Where did Dr. Chae go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Chae board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kristina Chae, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chae speak?
Dr. Chae and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chae typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chae 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. Chae. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chae typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Chae may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Chae's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chae accept my insurance?
Dr. Chae accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 920-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chae accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Chae in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Chae's office located?
What is Dr. Chae's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chae's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790079739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chae?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chae
What is Dr. Kristina Chae's specialty?
Dr. Chae is a Internist near Bronx, NY.
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. Kristina Chae affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chae is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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 Kristina Chae accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kristina Chae is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristina Chae offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chae's office at (718) 920-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristina Chae?
Please contact Dr. Chae's office at (718) 920-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristina Chae have?
Dr. Kristina Chae is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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