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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choron, Critical Care Surgeon in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Rachel Choron, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Choron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choron’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choron’s office.
What languages does Dr. Choron speak?
Dr. Choron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Choron typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Choron 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. Choron. 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
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
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Choron typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Choron 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. Choron. 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:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Does Dr. Choron accept my insurance?
Dr. Choron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choron accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Choron in New Brunswick, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choron's office located?
Dr. Rachel Choron's Practice 3
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl Ste 2200
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
What is Dr. Choron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164846077.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choron
What is Dr. Rachel Choron's specialty?
Dr. Choron is a Critical Care Surgeon near New Brunswick, NJ.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Rachel Choron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choron is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Jefferson Stratford Hospital 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 Rachel Choron accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Choron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Choron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choron's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Choron?
Please contact Dr. Choron's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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