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Dr. Dennis Chong, MD

Surgeon

Henderson, NV

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chong, Surgeon in Henderson, NV?

    Dr. Dennis Chong, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Henderson, NV with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Chong completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hospital - Youngstown, OH. Dr. Chong is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chong’s office at (702) 492-1162.

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

    • Fellowship: St Joseph Hospital - Toronto, Canada

    • Residency: St Elizabeth Hospital - Youngstown, OH

    • Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Chong board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Chong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chong speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Chong typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:

    • Loss of Digestive Organ Part
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive Tract Removal
    • Missing Digestive Organ
    • Gastrointestinal Resection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Chong typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Does Dr. Chong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 492-1162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chong accept in Henderson, NV?

    Dr. Chong in Henderson, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Culinary Workers UNITE HERE

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chong's office located?

    Dr. Dennis Chong's Primary Practice

    825 N Gibson Rd Ste 201

    Henderson, NV 89011

    (702) 492-1162

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    Dr. Dennis Chong's Practice 2

    10001 S Eastern Ave Ste 206

    Henderson, NV 89052

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

    Dr. Chong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952353435.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chong?

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

    What is Dr. Dennis Chong's specialty?

    Dr. Chong is a Surgeon near Henderson, NV.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Dennis Chong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chong is affiliated with Henderson Hospital, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley View Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Dennis Chong accepting new patients in Henderson, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Chong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dennis Chong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (702) 492-1162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dennis Chong?

    Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (702) 492-1162 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chong's office located?

    Dr. Chong's office is located in Henderson, NV.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Chong have?

    Dr. Dennis Chong is certified by the American Board of Surgery.