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Dr. Chris Yoon, MD

Bakersfield, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Yoon, Physiatrist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Chris Yoon, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Yoon graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Rusk Inst Of Rehab Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Yoon is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yoon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yoon’s office at (661) 325-8375.

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

    • Residency: Rusk Inst Of Rehab Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Rusk Inst Rehab Med Nyu | RUSK INSTITUTE

    • Medical School: Yonsei University College of Medicine | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University | Yonsei University College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Yoon board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Chris Yoon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Yoon speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Yoon treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Yoon 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. Yoon. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Clot Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63311: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Disorientation
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Mental Confusion
    • Loss of Bearings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R410: Disorientation, unspecified

    Does Dr. Yoon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yoon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 325-8375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yoon accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Yoon in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yoon's office located?

    Dr. Chris Yoon's Primary Practice

    5001 Commerce Dr Ste 100

    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    (661) 325-8375

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

    Dr. Yoon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346232568.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yoon?

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

    What is Dr. Chris Yoon's specialty?

    Dr. Yoon is a Physiatrist near Bakersfield, CA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Yoon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chris Yoon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Yoon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Chris Yoon accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chris Yoon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chris Yoon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yoon's office at (661) 325-8375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chris Yoon?

    Please contact Dr. Yoon's office at (661) 325-8375 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chris Yoon have?

    Dr. Chris Yoon is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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