Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sung, Internist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Melissa Sung, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sung completed her residency at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Sung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sung’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sung’s office at (650) 853-0000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sung?
Dr. Melissa Sung, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon Cancer, Liver Cancer, Rectal Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto/CA community, Dr. Sung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tufts Medical Center | Tufts Medical Center
Is Dr. Sung board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Sung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sung speak?
Dr. Sung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Sung treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sung 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. Sung. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sung perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melissa Sung 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. Sung's office.
Does Dr. Sung accept my insurance?
Dr. Sung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sung accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sung in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Sung's office located?
Dr. Melissa Sung's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-0000
What is Dr. Sung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467666883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sung
What is Dr. Melissa Sung's specialty?
Dr. Sung is a Internist near Palo Alto, CA.
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. Sung to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Melissa Sung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sung is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Melissa Sung accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Sung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Sung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sung's office at (650) 853-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Sung?
Please contact Dr. Sung's office at (650) 853-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Sung have?
Dr. Melissa Sung is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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