Samantha S. Chung
Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Samantha S. Chung

Gastroenterology
34503 9th Ave S, Suite 130, 
Federal Way, WA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral required
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Expertise in
8
conditions
34503 9th Ave S, Suite 130, 
Federal Way, WA 

Overview

Samantha Chung, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterology physician. Dr. Chung isn’t focused solely on treating symptoms, but rather treating individuals. She firmly believes health is not just defined by a list of diagnoses, but by a unique combination of life story and experiences. Dr. Chung enjoys taking the time to listen, to understand each patient’s journey, and to tailor a health care plan that aligns with each patient’s digestive goals and values. To better assist in achieving such goals, Dr. Chung approaches patient care as a collaborative effort between herself, the patient and their health care team. Patients will be able to achieve the best outcomes, make informed decisions and be provided with the comprehensive care they deserve through this teamwork. Through empathetic listening and compassionate care, Dr. Chung looks forward to embarking on a journey towards better digestive health with her patients.Dr. Chung is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Dr. Chung is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Chung is board certified in Gastroenterology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chung is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WA

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology, American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

Hospital Affiliations

Franciscan Medical Group.
Puget Sound High Value Network.
Rainier Health Network.
Highline Medical Center
St Joseph Medical Center
St Francis Community Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Korean

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Coordinated Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Premera
  • EPO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
University of Michigan Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Franciscan Digestive Care Associates at St. Francis
34503 9th Ave S, Suite 130, Federal Way, WA 98003

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Chung has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Total Publications

Incremental Model Fit Assessment in the Case of Categorical Data: Tucker-Lewis Index for Item Response Theory Modeling.
Incremental Model Fit Assessment in the Case of Categorical Data: Tucker-Lewis Index for Item Response Theory Modeling.
Journal: Prevention science : the official journal of the Society for Prevention Research
Published: April 26, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Samantha S. Chung

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Samantha S. Chung?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Samantha S. Chung by calling their office at 253-272-8664. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Samantha S. Chung a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Samantha S. Chung is classified as an Advanced expert for Hemorrhoids, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Samantha S. Chung specialize in?

While Dr. Samantha S. Chung is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Gardner Syndrome, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Samantha S. Chung participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Samantha S. Chung has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhoids. You can view a list of Dr. Samantha S. Chung's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Samantha S. Chung accept my insurance?

Dr. Samantha S. Chung accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-272-8664 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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