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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chua, Family Medicine Specialist in Elkins, WV?
Dr. Catherine Chua, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkins, WV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chua completed her residency at United Hosp Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Chua is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chua’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chua’s office at (304) 630-3077.
Where did Dr. Chua go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: United Hosp Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Chua board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Chua, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chua speak?
Dr. Chua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chua typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chua 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. Chua. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chua typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chua 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. Chua. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Chua accept my insurance?
Dr. Chua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 630-3077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chua accept in Elkins, WV?
Dr. Chua in Elkins, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
GainWell Technologies
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chua's office located?
What is Dr. Chua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295726685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chua
What is Dr. Catherine Chua's specialty?
Dr. Chua is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elkins, WV.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Catherine Chua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chua is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Catherine Chua accepting new patients in Elkins, WV?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Chua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Chua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chua's office at (304) 630-3077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Chua?
Please contact Dr. Chua's office at (304) 630-3077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Chua have?
Dr. Catherine Chua is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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