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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choong, Internist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Meei-Yng Choong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR. She has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Choong graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at Oregon Health & Science University Program. Dr. Choong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choong’s office at (503) 452-0915.
Where did Dr. Choong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Choong speak?
Dr. Choong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Choong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Choong 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. Choong. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Choong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Meei-Yng Choong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Choong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Choong accept my insurance?
Dr. Choong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 452-0915 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choong accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Choong in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Other TPA
PacificSource
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choong's office located?
Dr. Meei-Yng Choong's Primary Practice
2400 SW Vermont St
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 452-0915
What is Dr. Choong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386644896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choong
What is Dr. Meei-Yng Choong's specialty?
Dr. Choong is a Internist near Portland, OR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Meei-Yng Choong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choong is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Peacehealth St. John 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meei-Yng Choong accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Meei-Yng Choong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meei-Yng Choong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choong's office at (503) 452-0915 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meei-Yng Choong?
Please contact Dr. Choong's office at (503) 452-0915 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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