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Who is Dr. Chua, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Isaac Chua, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chua graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Dr. Chua is fluent in English and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chua’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chua’s office at (617) 632-6464.
Where did Dr. Chua go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Chua speak?
Dr. Chua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
What conditions does Dr. Chua treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Chua 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. Chua. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic pain after medical procedure
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Chronic post-operative pain
- Long-term pain after surgery
- Persistent post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8928: Other chronic postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Opioid Use
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Drug Reactions
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Constipation
- Constipation
- Drug Reactions
- Medication-Caused Constipation
- Opioid-Induced Constipation
- Constipation from Drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5903: Drug induced constipation
Also known as:
- Other Types of Insomnia
- Insomnia
- Atypical insomnia
- Uncommon insomnia
- Specific insomnia disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4709: Other insomnia
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Which procedures does Dr. Chua perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Isaac Chua may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chua's office.
Does Dr. Chua accept my insurance?
Dr. Chua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chua accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chua in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Chua's office located?
What is Dr. Chua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801113550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chua
What is Dr. Isaac Chua's specialty?
Dr. Chua is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Boston, MA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Chua to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Isaac Chua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chua is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana - Farber Cancer Institute - Longwood Medical Area. 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
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Is Isaac Chua accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Isaac Chua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Isaac Chua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chua's office at (617) 632-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Isaac Chua?
Please contact Dr. Chua's office at (617) 632-6464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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