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Dr. Karmina Choi, MD

Fort Lee, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Choi, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Fort Lee, NJ?

    Dr. Karmina Choi, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Fort Lee, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Choi graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at New York Methodist Hospital Program. Dr. Choi is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (551) 321-1388.

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

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hospital Program

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Choi speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Choi treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Anal Disorder
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Anal Fissure
    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Long-Term Anal Tear
    • Persistent Rectal Fissure
    • Chronic Fissure in Anus
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K601: Chronic anal fissure
    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Anal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Anal Disorder
    • Perianal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket near Anus
    • Anal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K610: Anal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Sinus with Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Infected Tailbone Sinus
    • Sacrococcygeal Abscess
    • Tailbone Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0502: Pilonidal sinus with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • History of large intestine cancer
    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Past colon cancer
    • Colorectal cancer survivor
    • Previous large bowel malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Which procedures does Dr. Choi perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Karmina Choi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Choi's office.

    Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 321-1388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Fort Lee, NJ?

    Dr. Choi in Fort Lee, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Choi's office located?

    Dr. Karmina Choi's Primary Practice

    1625 Anderson Ave Ste 203

    Fort Lee, NJ 07024

    (551) 321-1388

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    Dr. Karmina Choi's Practice 2

    11 Getty Ave # 2

    Paterson, NJ 07503

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    Dr. Karmina Choi's Practice 3

    220 Hamburg Tpke Ste 3

    Wayne, NJ 07470

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

    Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114223682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?

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

    What is Dr. Karmina Choi's specialty?

    Dr. Choi is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Fort Lee, NJ. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Choi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karmina Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

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    Is Karmina Choi accepting new patients in Fort Lee, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Karmina Choi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karmina Choi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (551) 321-1388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karmina Choi?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (551) 321-1388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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