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Dr. Chang Rhee, MD

Anesthesiologist

Los Angeles, CA

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rhee, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Chang Rhee, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Rhee graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Anesthesiology; St Louis Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; St Louis Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Rhee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhee’s office at (213) 413-3000.

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

    • Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Anesthesiology; St Louis Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; St Louis Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Seoul Natl Univ- Coll Of Med- Chongno-Ku- Seoul- So Korea | Seoul National University College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rhee board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Chang Rhee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Rhee speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rhee typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rhee typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Rhee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rhee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 413-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rhee accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthRight Group

    • Heritage Health

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rhee's office located?

    Dr. Chang Rhee's Primary Practice

    1300 N Vermont Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (213) 413-3000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rhee affiliated with?

    Dr. Rhee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    South Shore Hospital - Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Rhee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750398624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhee?

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

    What is Dr. Chang Rhee's specialty?

    Dr. Rhee is an Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Chang Rhee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rhee is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Shore Hospital - Chicago. 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 Dr. Chang Rhee accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chang Rhee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chang Rhee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rhee's office at (213) 413-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chang Rhee?

    Please contact Dr. Rhee's office at (213) 413-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rhee's office located?

    Dr. Rhee's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chang Rhee have?

    Dr. Chang Rhee is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.