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Dr. Jack Choi, MD

La Mesa, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Choi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Jack Choi, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Choi graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Choi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Where did Dr. Choi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Choi board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jack Choi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Choi speak?

    Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Choi treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Skin infection
    • Bacterial skin inflammation
    • Acute skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Pus Pocket
    • Skin Lump
    • Infected Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0291: Cutaneous abscess, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Choi perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jack Choi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Choi's office.

    Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in La Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Choi in La Mesa, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Choi's office located?

    Dr. Jack Choi's Primary Practice

    8080 Parkway Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Jack Choi's Practice 2

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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    Dr. Jack Choi's Practice 3

    400 Craven Rd

    San Marcos, CA 92078

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    What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710186713.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi

    What is Dr. Jack Choi's specialty?

    Dr. Choi is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Choi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jack Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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

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    Is Jack Choi accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jack Choi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jack Choi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jack Choi?

    Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jack Choi have?

    Dr. Jack Choi is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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