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Who is Dr. Chung, Internist in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Melody Chung is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (301) 618-5500.
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 a 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Other Preventive Health Measures
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- Specific Prophylactic Treatment
- Disease Prevention Visit
- Health Protection Measures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z298: Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spinal Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M479: Spondylosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle disease
- Muscle weakness
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G729: Myopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Muscle inflammation
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Muscle pain and inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M609: Myositis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chung perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melody Chung may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chung's office.
Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?
Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 618-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Chung in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
Dr. Melody Chung's Primary Practice
655 Watkins Mill Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 618-5500
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 1013394196.
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. Melody Chung's specialty?
Dr. Chung is a Internist near Gaithersburg, MD.
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. Melody Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chung 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Melody Chung accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Melody Chung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melody Chung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (301) 618-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melody Chung?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (301) 618-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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