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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chai, Diagnostic Radiologist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Richard Chai, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chai completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chai’s office at (562) 933-1550.
Where did Dr. Chai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj
Is Dr. Chai board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Chai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Chai speak?
Dr. Chai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Chai typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Chai 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. Chai. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Chai typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Chai 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. Chai. 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:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Hip Arthrography Injection
- Injection for Wrist Arthrography
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
- Hip Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of Hip
- Hip Joint Dye Injection
- Hip Joint Imaging Injection
- Wrist Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Wrist Scan
- Arthrography Prep (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
- 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
- 25246: Injection procedure for wrist arthrography
Also known as:
- Knee Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Knee MRI
- Knee Joint Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of the Knee
CPT Codes:
- 27369: Injection procedure for contrast knee arthrography or contrast enhanced CT/MRI knee arthrography
Does Dr. Chai accept my insurance?
Dr. Chai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chai accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Chai in Long Beach, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chai's office located?
Dr. Richard Chai's Primary Practice
2801 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 933-1550
What is Dr. Chai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477535532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chai
What is Dr. Richard Chai's specialty?
Dr. Chai is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Long Beach, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Richard Chai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chai is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Ahmc Anaheim Regional 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Chai accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Chai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Chai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chai's office at (562) 933-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Chai?
Please contact Dr. Chai's office at (562) 933-1550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Chai have?
Dr. Richard Chai is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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