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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. 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 (510) 625-6262.
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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Choi typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Choi typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jack Choi may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Choi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 625-6262 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choi's office located?
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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 (510) 625-6262 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 (510) 625-6262 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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