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Dr. Howard Chung

Hospitalist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chung, Hospitalist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Howard Chung is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (718) 630-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chung typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chung typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Chung may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 630-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Howard Chung's Primary Practice

    150 55th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

    (718) 630-7000

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Howard Chung?

    Dr. Chung has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?A 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 1497246615.

    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. Howard Chung's specialty?

    Dr. Chung is a Hospitalist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Dr. Howard Chung accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Howard Chung offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chung, or call (718) 630-7000 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Chung?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chung, or call (718) 630-7000 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Chung's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.