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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choi, Endocrinologist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Lauren Choi, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Choi graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Dr. Choi is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choi’s office at (562) 426-3333.
Where did Dr. Choi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Choi speak?
Dr. Choi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Choi typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Choi typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Choi 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. Choi. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Choi accept my insurance?
Dr. Choi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 426-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choi accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Choi 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choi's office located?
What is Dr. Choi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699736132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choi
What is Dr. Lauren Choi's specialty?
Dr. Choi is a Endocrinologist near Long Beach, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Lauren Choi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lauren Choi accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Choi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Choi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (562) 426-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Choi?
Please contact Dr. Choi's office at (562) 426-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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