Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chukumerije, Cardiologist in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Merije Chukumerije, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Beverly Hills, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Chukumerije completed his residency at University of Southern California. Dr. Chukumerije is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chukumerije’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chukumerije’s office at (310) 358-3496.
Where did Dr. Chukumerije go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Southern California
Residency: University of Southern California
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Chukumerije speak?
Dr. Chukumerije and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chukumerije treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chukumerije 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. Chukumerije. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Chukumerije perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Merije Chukumerije may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chukumerije's office.
Does Dr. Chukumerije accept my insurance?
Dr. Chukumerije accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 358-3496 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chukumerije accept in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Chukumerije in Beverly Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chukumerije's office located?
Dr. Merije Chukumerije's Primary Practice
8501 Wilshire Blvd Ste 100
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310) 358-3496
What is Dr. Chukumerije's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chukumerije's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235557356.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chukumerije?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chukumerije
What is Dr. Merije Chukumerije's specialty?
Dr. Chukumerije is a Cardiologist near Beverly Hills, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Chukumerije to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Merije Chukumerije affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chukumerije is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Sutter Lakeside Hospital, Torrance Memorial 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
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Is Merije Chukumerije accepting new patients in Beverly Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merije Chukumerije is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merije Chukumerije offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chukumerije's office at (310) 358-3496 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merije Chukumerije?
Please contact Dr. Chukumerije's office at (310) 358-3496 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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