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Dr. Grace Chong, DO

Nephrologist, Internist

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chong, Nephrologist in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Grace Chong, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chong’s office at (507) 284-2511.

    What languages does Dr. Chong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chong typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Chong typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Does Dr. Chong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chong accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Chong in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Chong's office located?

    Dr. Grace Chong's Primary Practice

    1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301

    Allentown, PA 18103

    (507) 284-2511

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    Dr. Grace Chong's Practice 2

    278 Industrial Park Rd # B

    Pottsville, PA 17901

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

    Dr. Chong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366978116.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chong?

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

    What is Dr. Grace Chong's specialty?

    Dr. Chong is a Nephrologist near Allentown, PA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Grace Chong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chong is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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

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    Is Dr. Grace Chong accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Grace Chong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Grace Chong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Grace Chong?

    Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chong's office located?

    Dr. Chong's offices are located in Allentown, PA and Pottsville, PA.