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Who is Dr. Cheong, Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Joel Cheong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cheong completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheong’s office at (479) 709-6850.
Where did Dr. Cheong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University
Is Dr. Cheong board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Cheong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cheong speak?
Dr. Cheong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cheong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cheong 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. Cheong. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cheong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Cheong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Cheong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cheong accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 709-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheong accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Cheong in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cheong's office located?
What is Dr. Cheong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255309159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheong
What is Dr. Joel Cheong's specialty?
Dr. Cheong is a Internist near Fort Smith, AR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joel Cheong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cheong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hillcrest Hospital Pryor. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joel Cheong accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Joel Cheong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Cheong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheong's office at (479) 709-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Cheong?
Please contact Dr. Cheong's office at (479) 709-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Cheong have?
Dr. Joel Cheong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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