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Who is Dr. Chieng, Pulmonologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Hau Chieng, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chieng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chieng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chieng’s office at (518) 438-4496.
What languages does Dr. Chieng speak?
Dr. Chieng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chieng treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chieng 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. Chieng. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Which procedures does Dr. Chieng perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hau Chieng may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chieng's office.
Does Dr. Chieng accept my insurance?
Dr. Chieng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 438-4496 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chieng accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Chieng in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Chieng's office located?
What is Dr. Chieng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chieng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902290315.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chieng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chieng
What is Dr. Hau Chieng's specialty?
Dr. Chieng is a Pulmonologist near Albany, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Chieng to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hau Chieng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chieng is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Peters Hospital - Albany. 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
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Is Hau Chieng accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hau Chieng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hau Chieng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chieng's office at (518) 438-4496 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hau Chieng?
Please contact Dr. Chieng's office at (518) 438-4496 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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