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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chi, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Union, NJ?
Dr. Yu Ching Chi is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Union, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chi is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chi’s office.
What languages does Dr. Chi speak?
Dr. Chi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Chi typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Chi 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. Chi. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Chi typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Chi 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. Chi. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Full Contact Leg Cast Application
- Total Contact Cast
- Rigid Leg Cast
- Custom Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast
Does Dr. Chi accept my insurance?
Dr. Chi 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. Chi accept in Union, NJ?
Dr. Chi in Union, 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
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chi's office located?
What is Dr. Chi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063824175.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chi
What is Dr. Yu Ching Chi's specialty?
Dr. Chi is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Union, NJ.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Yu Ching Chi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chi is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center 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 Yu Ching Chi accepting new patients in Union, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Yu Ching Chi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yu Ching Chi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yu Ching Chi?
Please contact Dr. Chi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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