18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rhim, Surgeon in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Chun Rhim, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fontana, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Rhim completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Rhim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhim’s office at (909) 427-3910.
Where did Dr. Rhim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Ca Irvine Medical Ctr
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Georgetown University Hospital, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
What languages does Dr. Rhim speak?
Dr. Rhim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rhim treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Rhim 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. Rhim. 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:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Localized Fat Deposits
- Obesity
- Excess Fat in Specific Areas
- Lipodystrophy
- Regional Adiposity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E65: Localized adiposity
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
What procedures does Dr. Rhim perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Rhim 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. Rhim. 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:
- Nipple and Areola Reconstruction
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast Reconstruction
- Nipple Reconstruction
- Areola Reconstruction
- Breast Nipple Surgery
- Post-Mastectomy Nipple Creation
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19350: Nipple/areola reconstruction
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Mastectomy for Gynecomastia
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Mastectomy
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
- Male Breast Reduction
- Gynecomastia Surgery
- Breast Tissue Removal (Male)
- Chest Contouring for Men
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
- 19300: Mastectomy For Gynecomastia
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
Also known as:
- Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
- Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
- Breast Reinforcement Implant
- Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
- Tissue Scaffold Implant
CPT Codes:
- 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Rhim accept my insurance?
Dr. Rhim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 427-3910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rhim accept in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Rhim in Fontana, 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
AlphaCare
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Utah
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Where is Dr. Rhim's office located?
What is Dr. Rhim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rhim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750406252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rhim
What is Dr. Chun Rhim's specialty?
Dr. Rhim is a Surgeon near Fontana, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Rhim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chun Rhim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rhim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside 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 Chun Rhim accepting new patients in Fontana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chun Rhim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chun Rhim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rhim's office at (909) 427-3910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chun Rhim?
Please contact Dr. Rhim's office at (909) 427-3910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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