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Dr. Philip Chung, MD

Nephrology
5.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Torrance, CA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Philip Chung, MD

Dr. Philip Chung, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Torrance, CA. They specialize in Nephrology, has 27 years of experience, and is board certified in Nephrology. They graduated from New York University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance and Torrance Memorial Medical Center.

Dr. Chung works at Internal Medicine And Nephrology Medical Group in Torrance, CA with other offices in Carson, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Diabetes With Renal Manifestations, Hyperkalemia and Mineral Metabolism Disorders along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Chung's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Internal Medicine And Nephrology Medical Group
    2841 Lomita Blvd Ste 215, Torrance, CA 90505 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 379-2860
  2. 2
    Internal Medicine and Nephrology Med Group Inc.
    3291 Skypark Dr, Torrance, CA 90505 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 325-4517
  3. 3
    Bma Carson Community Dialysis
    20710 Leapwood Ave Ste E, Carson, CA 90746 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 323-8997
  4. 4
    Torrance Emerald Dialysis
    20821 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 214-1715

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  • Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro
  • Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance
  • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

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    Sep 10, 2022
    I've seen him once, and he's very good at explaining everything that you need to know. He does talk very quickly so you have to pay attention! I definitely recommend him.
    Janet Blaschke — Sep 10, 2022
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    About Dr. Philip Chung, MD

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 27 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1003881889
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Cedars Sinai Med Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Loma Linda Med Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Harvard U
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • New York University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • MIT
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Philip Chung, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Chung is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Chung has an average wait time of Under 10 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Chung has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Chung has seen patients for Diabetes With Renal Manifestations, Hyperkalemia and Mineral Metabolism Disorders, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Chung on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Chung. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Chung.

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