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Dr. Tenzing Chounzom, MD

Dr. Tenzing Chounzom, MD

Flushing, NY

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chounzom, Internist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Tenzing Chounzom, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Chounzom graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed her residency at N Shore Univ Hp-Forest Hills, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chounzom is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chounzom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chounzom’s office at 6467364015.

    Where did Dr. Chounzom go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: N Shore Univ Hp-Forest Hills, Internal Medicine | NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Maulana Azad Medical College

    Is Dr. Chounzom board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Tenzing Chounzom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chounzom speak?

    Dr. Chounzom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chounzom typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chounzom 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. Chounzom. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Does Dr. Chounzom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chounzom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 6467364015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chounzom accept in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Chounzom in Flushing, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chounzom's office located?

    Oak Street Health

    Oak Street Health

    97-01 Northern Boulevard

    Flushing, NY 11368

    6467364015

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    What is Dr. Chounzom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chounzom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427075894.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chounzom?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chounzom

    What is Dr. Tenzing Chounzom's specialty?

    Dr. Chounzom is a Internist near Flushing, 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. Tenzing Chounzom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chounzom is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Tenzing Chounzom accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Tenzing Chounzom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tenzing Chounzom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chounzom's office at 6467364015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tenzing Chounzom?

    Please contact Dr. Chounzom's office at 6467364015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tenzing Chounzom have?

    Dr. Tenzing Chounzom is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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