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Who is Dr. Phung, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Peter Phung, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Phung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phung’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. Phung’s office at (858) 534-7079.
What languages does Dr. Phung speak?
Dr. Phung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Phung treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Phung 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. Phung. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Phung perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Phung may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Phung's office.
Does Dr. Phung accept my insurance?
Dr. Phung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 534-7079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phung accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Phung in Los Angeles, 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
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Medicaid
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Phung's office located?
Dr. Peter Phung's Primary Practice
1520 San Pablo St Fl N
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(858) 534-7079
What is Dr. Phung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215297767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phung
What is Dr. Peter Phung's specialty?
Dr. Phung is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Los Angeles, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Phung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Phung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Phung is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital Of Usc, Usc Norris Cancer 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Peter Phung accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Phung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Phung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Phung's office at (858) 534-7079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Phung?
Please contact Dr. Phung's office at (858) 534-7079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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