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Who is Dr. Choe, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Kailua Kona, HI?
Dr. Unpok Choe, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kailua Kona, HI. Dr. Choe is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choe’s office at (808) 747-8321.
What languages does Dr. Choe speak?
Dr. Choe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Choe typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Choe 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. Choe. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Choe typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Unpok Choe may include:
Please contact Dr. Choe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Choe accept my insurance?
Dr. Choe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 747-8321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choe accept in Kailua Kona, HI?
Dr. Choe in Kailua Kona, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Quest
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Choe's office located?
What is Dr. Choe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902965718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choe
What is Dr. Unpok Choe's specialty?
Dr. Choe is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Kailua Kona, HI.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Unpok Choe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Choe 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Unpok Choe accepting new patients in Kailua Kona, HI?
Yes, Dr. Unpok Choe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Unpok Choe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choe's office at (808) 747-8321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Unpok Choe?
Please contact Dr. Choe's office at (808) 747-8321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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