Sue Yeon Chung, MD.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Sue Yeon Chung is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Porter Ranch, CA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Sue Yeon Chung, MD. has been part of the Porter Ranch medical community since 2008 in group practice. A University of California, Geffen School of Medicine graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5119dNPPES updated 2012-05-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.46%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.46% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
119
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
299
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,709
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.84M
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, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$295 received from industry
19 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to Sue Yeon Chung's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
21 years in practice
Experienced
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 California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
Po Box 9602, Mission Hills, CA 91346-9602
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191315
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Sue Yeon Chung
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sue Yeon Chung for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Porter Ranch 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 Sue Yeon Chung
Dr. Chung is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Porter Ranch, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 403-2420.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sue Yeon Chung
Practice Location
19950 Rinaldi St, Porter Ranch, CA 91326-4141
Mailing Address
Po Box 9602, Mission Hills, CA 91346-9602
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