Dr. Emily Chai, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Astoria, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Chai, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Astoria, NY?

Dr. Emily Chai, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chai graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chai’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chai’s office at (212) 241-5561.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chai?

Dr. Emily Chai, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chai empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Functional Assessment, Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Astoria, NY community, Dr. Chai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Mt Sinai Hosp | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Chai board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

Yes, Dr. Emily Chai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002

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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chai typically treat?

As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
Health Checkup
Adult Physical Exam with Issues
Routine Checkup with Concerns
General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

ICD-10 Codes:

Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

Also known as:

Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea

ICD-10 Codes:

R0602: Shortness of breath

Also known as:

Cancer pain
Cancer--Living with Cancer
Pain
Cancer Pain
Cancer Pain (PDQ)
Pain from cancer
Tumor pain
Neoplasm pain

ICD-10 Codes:

G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chai typically perform?

As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Emily Chai may include:

Please contact Dr. Chai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Chai accept my insurance?

Dr. Chai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-5561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Chai accept in Astoria, NY?

Dr. Chai in Astoria, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
VillageCare of New York

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Where is Dr. Chai's office located?

Dr. Emily Chai's Primary Practice

2510 30th Ave

Astoria, NY 11102

(212) 241-5561

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Dr. Emily Chai's Practice 2

1440 Madison Ave

New York, NY 10029

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What hospitals are Dr. Chai affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Chai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

The Mount Sinai Hospital,New York, NY

Gold Standard Top Hospital

Ranked in 4 Specialties

Ranked in 10 Procedures

Recognitions

Awards

New York Super Doctors, 2012

What is Dr. Chai's NPI number?A 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 1861468837.

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. Emily Chai's specialty?

Dr. Chai is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Astoria, NY.

What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

Is Dr. Emily Chai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Chai is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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

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