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Dr. Christina Chung, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chung, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Christina Chung, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (310) 267-9643.

    What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

    Dr. Chung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chung treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Chung perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
    • Spinal tap
    • CSF analysis
    • Diagnostic lumbar puncture
    • Cerebrospinal fluid collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;

    Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Chung in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • FirstMerit Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Christina Chung's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 267-9643

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    Dr. Christina Chung's Practice 2

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 165

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Christina Chung's Practice 3

    900 Weyburn Pl Ste 14

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

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    What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457858458.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chung?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chung

    What is Dr. Christina Chung's specialty?

    Dr. Chung is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Chung to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christina Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Christina Chung accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christina Chung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christina Chung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (310) 267-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christina Chung?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (310) 267-9643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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