IC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ching, Hospitalist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ching is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ching’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ching’s office at (253) 426-6341.
What languages does Dr. Ching speak?
Dr. Ching and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Ching treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ching 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. Ching. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ching perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ching's office.
Does Dr. Ching accept my insurance?
Dr. Ching accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-6341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ching accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Ching in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ching's office located?
Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching's Primary Practice
1717 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 426-6341
What is Dr. Ching's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ching's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588817480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ching?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ching
What is Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching's specialty?
Dr. Ching is a Hospitalist near Tacoma, WA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Ching to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ching is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Ishmael Christian Ching accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ishmael Christian Ching offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ching's office at (253) 426-6341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ishmael Christian Ching?
Please contact Dr. Ching's office at (253) 426-6341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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