Christine Hyunsun Park, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Christine Hyunsun Park, MD runs an independent rheumatologist practice in Laguna Beach, CA. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6883dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
32322 Coast Hwy Suite D, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-6785
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.96%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
3.96% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
187
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
151
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,212
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.04M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
59 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Christine Hyunsun Park's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
University of Illinois College of Medicine
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
Po Box 6803, Laguna Niguel, CA 92607-6803
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210011
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Christine Hyunsun Park
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christine Hyunsun Park for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Laguna Beach required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christine Hyunsun Park
NPI records show Dr. Park as active with telehealth listed in Laguna Beach, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 499-1339.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christine Hyunsun Park
Practice Location
32322 Coast Hwy Suite D, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-6785
Mailing Address
Po Box 6803, Laguna Niguel, CA 92607-6803
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