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Dr. Michael Chung, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Framingham, MA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chung, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Framingham, MA?

    Dr. Michael Chung, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Framingham, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Chung graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Chung is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (508) 383-1000.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Emergency Medicine | Albany Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Chung board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Chung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chung typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chung typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Chung may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 383-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Framingham, MA?

    Dr. Chung in Framingham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Metrowest Medical Ctr

    115 Lincoln St

    Framingham, MA 01702

    (508) 383-1000

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    Dr. Michael Chung's Practice 2

    400 Reservoir Ave Ste 3E

    Providence, RI 02907

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    What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?A 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 1538107859.

    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. Michael Chung's specialty?

    Dr. Chung is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Framingham, MA.

    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 Dr. Michael Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma, Umass Memorial Medical Center, Holyoke 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michael Chung accepting new patients in Framingham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Chung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Chung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (508) 383-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Chung?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (508) 383-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Chung's offices are located in Framingham, MA and Providence, RI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Chung have?

    Dr. Michael Chung is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.