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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chung, Radiation Oncologist in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Christine Chung, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Hill, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, French, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (925) 825-8878.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chung?
Dr. Christine Chung, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Radiation Oncologist 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. Chung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Pediatric Cancers, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pleasant Hill/CA community, Dr. Chung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Chung speak?
Dr. Chung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Chung treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does Dr. Chung perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Chung performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chung. 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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?
Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 825-8878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Chung in Pleasant Hill, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
MAPFRE
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
Dr. Christine Chung's Primary Practice
400 Taylor Blvd Ste 101
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 825-8878
What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346438256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chung
What is Dr. Christine Chung's specialty?
Dr. Chung is a Radiation Oncologist near Pleasant Hill, CA. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Chung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Christine Chung accepting new patients in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Chung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Chung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (925) 825-8878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Chung?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (925) 825-8878 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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