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Who is Dr. Cha, Hospitalist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Helen Cha is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Cha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cha’s office at (917) 579-8893.
What languages does Dr. Cha speak?
Dr. Cha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cha treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Cha 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. Cha. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Cha perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Helen Cha may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cha's office.
Does Dr. Cha accept my insurance?
Dr. Cha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 579-8893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cha accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Cha in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Cha's office located?
What is Dr. Cha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760913461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cha
What is Dr. Helen Cha's specialty?
Dr. Cha is a Hospitalist near Albany, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Cha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Helen Cha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cha 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 Helen Cha accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Helen Cha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Cha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cha's office at (917) 579-8893 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Cha?
Please contact Dr. Cha's office at (917) 579-8893 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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