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Who is Dr. Choe, Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Charles Choe, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Choe graduated from Columbia University and completed his residency at Ucsd Med Center. Dr. Choe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choe’s office at (858) 552-8585.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Choe?
Dr. Charles Choe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Choe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Calcium Disorders, Endocrinology, Pituitary Disorders, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Choe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Choe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsd Med Center
Medical School: Columbia University | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Clinical Service Chief - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism | Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Choe board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Choe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Choe speak?
Dr. Choe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Choe typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Choe 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. Choe. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Choe typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Choe 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. Choe. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Choe accept my insurance?
Dr. Choe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 552-8585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choe accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Choe in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choe's office located?
What is Dr. Choe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891733846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choe
What is Dr. Charles Choe's specialty?
Dr. Choe is a Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Charles Choe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Choe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC San Diego Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charles Choe accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Choe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Choe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choe's office at (858) 552-8585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Choe?
Please contact Dr. Choe's office at (858) 552-8585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Choe have?
Dr. Charles Choe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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