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Who is Dr. Choe, Rheumatologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Yun-Sun Choe, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Choe completed his residency at UMDNJ. Dr. Choe is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choe’s office at (253) 596-3300.
Where did Dr. Choe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UMDNJ
Medical School: Chonnam National University, College Of Medicine
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 Dr. Choe treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Choe perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yun-Sun Choe may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Choe's office.
Does Dr. Choe accept my insurance?
Dr. Choe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 596-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choe accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Choe 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Quest
United States Department of Labor
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Where is Dr. Choe's office located?
Dr. Yun-Sun Choe's Primary Practice
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 596-3300
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yun-Sun Choe?
Dr. Choe has appointments available at his Tacoma, WA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1093866170.
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. Yun-Sun Choe's specialty?
Dr. Choe is a Rheumatologist near Tacoma, WA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Choe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yun-Sun 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
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Is Yun-Sun Choe accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Yun-Sun Choe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yun-Sun Choe offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Choe, or call (253) 596-3300 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Yun-Sun Choe?
Please contact Dr. Choe's office at (253) 596-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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