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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sun, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Pendleton, OR?
Dr. Howard Sun, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Pendleton, OR. He is board certified. Dr. Sun completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Sun is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sun’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sun’s office at (253) 426-4020.
Where did Dr. Sun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology | U Wash Affil Hosps
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Sun board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Sun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Sun speak?
Dr. Sun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Sun typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Sun typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Sun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-4020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sun accept in Pendleton, OR?
Dr. Sun in Pendleton, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sun's office located?
What is Dr. Sun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245303080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sun
What is Dr. Howard Sun's specialty?
Dr. Sun is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Pendleton, OR.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Howard Sun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sun is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Howard Sun accepting new patients in Pendleton, OR?
Yes, Dr. Howard Sun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Sun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (253) 426-4020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Sun?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (253) 426-4020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Sun have?
Dr. Howard Sun is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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