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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chinn, Pulmonologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Derek Chinn, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chinn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chinn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chinn’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Chinn speak?
Dr. Chinn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chinn typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chinn 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. Chinn. 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:
- Respiratory Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Lung Disorder Screening
- Breathing Problem Check
- Pulmonary Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC
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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chinn typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Chinn may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Chinn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chinn accept my insurance?
Dr. Chinn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chinn accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Chinn in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chinn's office located?
Dr. Derek Chinn's Primary Practice
4520 Executive Dr Ste P2
San Diego, CA 92121
(800) 926-8273
What is Dr. Chinn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chinn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932697174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chinn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chinn
What is Dr. Derek Chinn's specialty?
Dr. Chinn is a Pulmonologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Derek Chinn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chinn is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Los Angeles General 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 Derek Chinn accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Chinn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Chinn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chinn's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Chinn?
Please contact Dr. Chinn's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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