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Dr. Dong Joon Chung, MD

Effingham, IL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chung, Family Medicine Specialist in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Dong Joon Chung, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Effingham, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Chung is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (217) 347-7600.

    Is Dr. Chung board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Dong Joon Chung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Chung treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung. 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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Chung perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dong Joon Chung may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chung's office.

    Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 347-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Chung in Effingham, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

    Dr. Dong Joon Chung's Primary Practice

    1011 Ford Ave

    Effingham, IL 62401

    (217) 347-7600

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    Dr. Dong Joon Chung's Practice 2

    1701 W Monterey Ave

    Chicago, IL 60643

    (773) 298-9888

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    Dr. Dong Joon Chung's Practice 3

    885 Roosevelt Rd Ste 101

    Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

    (630) 384-6200

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Dong Joon Chung a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chung has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chung, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649240888.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chung?

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

    What is Dr. Dong Joon Chung's specialty?

    Dr. Chung is a Family Medicine Specialist near Effingham, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Chung to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dong Joon Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, IN 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dong Joon Chung accepting new patients in Effingham, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Dong Joon Chung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dong Joon Chung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (217) 347-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dong Joon Chung?

    Please contact Dr. Chung's office at (217) 347-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dong Joon Chung have?

    Dr. Dong Joon Chung is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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