Summary

Dr. Paul Chung is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery with expertise in hernia repair procedures. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital of Brooklyn. With 14 years of surgical experience, Dr. Chung has developed particular skill in treating various types of hernias and performing minimally invasive procedures. He is fluent in Korean.

Dr. Chung is affiliated with several respected medical centers including University Hospital of Brooklyn, Nassau University Medical Center, Kings County Hospital Center, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, and Glen Cove Hospital. His practice is located in Flushing, NY, where he focuses on treating ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports hernias. He performs laparoscopic surgery and hernia repair procedures for both adult and pediatric patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Chung highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Korean
  • University Hospital Of Brooklyn
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Northwell Health Physician Partners at Downtown Flushing - 1st Floor

13617 39th Ave Ste 1AFlushing, NY 11354

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Speaks Korean Speaks English Speaks English
Flushing , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYFlushing , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Paul Joshua Chung

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Metroplus
  • Northwell Direct
  • NY Hotel Trade Council
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Paul Joshua Chung has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Paul Joshua Chung has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Paul Joshua Chung holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital Of Brooklyn.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Paul Joshua Chung's NPI number is 1801157656.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Paul Chung accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Paul Chung accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Paul Chung accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Paul Chung has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Paul Chung's office located?
Paul Chung's office is located at 13617 39th Ave Ste 1A, Flushing, NY, 11354.
What languages does Paul Chung speak?
Paul Chung speaks Korean.
Which hospitals is Paul Chung affiliated with?
Paul Chung is affiliated with University Hospital Of Brooklyn, Nassau University Medical Center, Kings County Hospital Center, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, and Glen Cove Hospital.

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