HC
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Chung, Thoracic Surgeon in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Hyunwoo Chung, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Chung graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Graduate Hospital. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (718) 544-1171.
Where did Dr. Chung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Graduate Hospital | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chung speak?
Dr. Chung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chung treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does Dr. Chung perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Chung performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chung. 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:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Balloon Angioplasty (Non-Heart/Brain/Leg)
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
- Transluminal Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Balloon Angioplasty
- Artery Widening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37246: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except lower extremity artery(ies) for occlusive disease, intracranial, coronary, pulmonary, or dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same artery; initial artery
Also known as:
- Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Access Declotting
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair
CPT Codes:
- 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Vein Blood Clot Removal (Mechanical)
- Mechanical Thrombectomy (Vein)
- Percutaneous Vein Clot Removal
- Catheter-Based Vein Thrombectomy
CPT Codes:
- 37187: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, vein(s), including intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections and fluoroscopic guidance
Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
Dr. Hyunwoo Chung's Primary Practice
10818 72nd Ave
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 544-1171
What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396805172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chung
What is Dr. Hyunwoo Chung's specialty?
Dr. Chung is a Thoracic Surgeon near Forest Hills, NY. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Chung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hyunwoo Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chung 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
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Is Hyunwoo Chung accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hyunwoo Chung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hyunwoo Chung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (718) 544-1171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hyunwoo Chung?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (718) 544-1171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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