Dr. Edmund Chung, MD

Middletown, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Chung, Gastroenterologist in Middletown, CT?

Dr. Edmund Chung, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Middletown, CT. He is board certified. Dr. Chung graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Yale University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Chung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chung’s office at (860) 347-4620.

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

Fellowship: Yale-New Haven Medical Center
Residency: Yale University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Chung board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

Yes, Dr. Edmund Chung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Chung speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chung typically treat?

As a Gastroenterologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Colon Polyps
Colonic Polyps
Colorectal Polyps
Intestinal Polyps
Bowel Polyps

ICD-10 Codes:

Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

Also known as:

Colon Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy Screening
Bowel Cancer Screening

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

Also known as:

Colon Polyps
Colonic Polyps
Colorectal polyps
Bowel polyps
Intestinal polyps

ICD-10 Codes:

K635: Polyp of colon

Also known as:

Other Esophagus Condition
Esophagus Disorder
Various esophageal diseases
Miscellaneous esophagus problems
Other food pipe issues

ICD-10 Codes:

K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

Also known as:

Blocked Esophagus
Esophagus Disorder
Esophageal Obstruction
Food Pipe Blockage
Swallowing Difficulty

ICD-10 Codes:

K222: Esophageal obstruction

What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chung typically perform?

As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chung 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

Also known as:

EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
EGD with Balloon Widening

CPT Codes:

43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)

Does Dr. Chung accept my insurance?

Dr. Chung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 347-4620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Chung accept in Middletown, CT?

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

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Moda Health
Mountain Health CO-OP
Mutual of Omaha
State of Wyoming
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Chung's office located?

Dr. Edmund Chung's Primary Practice

410 Saybrook Rd Ste 201

Middletown, CT 06457

(860) 347-4620

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What hospitals are Dr. Chung affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Chung has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

St. John’s Health,Jackson, WY

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

What is Dr. Chung's NPI number?A 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 1306804323.

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. Edmund Chung's specialty?

Dr. Chung is a Gastroenterologist near Middletown, CT.

What does a Gastroenterologist do?

An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.

Is Dr. Edmund Chung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Chung is affiliated with St. John’s Health 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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