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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chung, Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kiyon Chung, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Chung graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL and completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chung is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (619) 819-7222.
Where did Dr. Chung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Washington School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn | Florida International University, Miami, FL
Is Dr. Chung board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kiyon Chung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Chung typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Chung typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kiyon Chung may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (619) 819-7222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Chung in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chung's office located?
Dr. Kiyon Chung's Primary Practice
4060 4th Ave Ste 650
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 819-7222
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 1972517910.
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. Kiyon Chung's specialty?
Dr. Chung is a Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Kiyon Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Chula Vista 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kiyon Chung accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kiyon Chung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kiyon Chung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (619) 819-7222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kiyon Chung?
Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (619) 819-7222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kiyon Chung have?
Dr. Kiyon Chung is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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