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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choi, Internist in Martinez, CA?
Dr. Lauren Choi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Martinez, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Choi is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (702) 202-2060.
What languages does Dr. Choi speak?
Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Choi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
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 an Internist like Dr. Choi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Choi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Choi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 202-2060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Martinez, CA?
Dr. Choi in Martinez, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choi's office located?
What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700271210.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi
What is Dr. Lauren Choi's specialty?
Dr. Choi is a Internist near Martinez, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Lauren Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lauren Choi accepting new patients in Martinez, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Choi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Choi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (702) 202-2060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Choi?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (702) 202-2060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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