Summary

Dr. Sung Choe is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and treatment of vision-related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Hahnemann University Hospital. With 29 years of clinical experience, Dr. Choe has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing various eye disorders that can affect patients' daily lives and overall health.

Dr. Choe practices at Vision Essentials By Kaiser Permanente in Union City, California. His clinical focus includes treating diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can develop in patients with diabetes and potentially threaten vision if left untreated. He also specializes in glaucoma care, helping patients manage this condition that can gradually damage the optic nerve. Dr. Choe performs dilated eye exams to thoroughly evaluate the health of patients' eyes, uses retinal imaging to capture detailed pictures of the back of the eye, and conducts optical coherence tomography, an advanced imaging technique that provides cross-sectional views of the retina to aid in precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 29 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • Hahnemann University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Vision Essentials By Kaiser Permanente

3553 Whipple Rd Bldg BUnion City, CA 94587
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
Union City , CALivermore , CALivermore , CASan Jose , CA
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sung U Choe

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sung U Choe has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sung U Choe has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Sung U Choe holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hahnemann University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and Hahnemann University School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Choe's NPI number is 1689752446.

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Dr. Sung Choe's office is located at 3553 Whipple Rd Bldg B, Union City, CA, 94587.

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