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Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD

(Charles H. Choe, MD)

(270 Ratings)

Specializes in: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism, General Practice and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons

Professional interests include: teaching, diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and more.

9350 Campus Point Drive
San Diego, CA 92037

(858) 657-1636

Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD is an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA specializing in endocrinology diabetes & metabolism, general practice and internal medicine (adult medicine). He graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and UC San Diego Health.

Office Locations

9350 Campus Point Drive
San Diego, CA 92037

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5901 East Seventh Street Long Beach Vamc (600)
Long Beach, CA 90822

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Some issues Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	300

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	308

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	125

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	36
Asian	25
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	12
Less than 65	59

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2013

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	50
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	253

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	97
Black	13
Hispanic	30
Asian	26
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	47
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	287

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	178
Female	242

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	238
Black	44
Hispanic	62
Asian	48
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	120

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2015

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	48
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	250
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	0
Hispanic	35
Asian	22
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	16
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	53
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2017 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	222
neck imaging	15
ultrasound (sonogram)	15

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	111

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	132
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2017

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	50
Dementia	12
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2018 were ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging, minor procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	14
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	204
image guided procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	14
minor procedures	14
neck imaging	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	137

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	160
Black	23
Hispanic	44
Asian	16
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	12
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	68
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2019 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	209
neck imaging	21
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	173
Black	0
Hispanic	43
Asian	18
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	129
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	13
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2019

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	58
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2020 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	231
neck imaging	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	163

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	21
Hispanic	47
Asian	30
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	17
Less than 65	65

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2020

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	51
Dementia	10
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	249

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	137

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	135
Black	0
Hispanic	31
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	105
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2021

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	45
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	286
hospital care	38
inpatient care	38
neck imaging	26
ultrasound (sonogram)	26

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	159

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	176
Black	0
Hispanic	33
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	121
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	16
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD in 2022

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	31
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	37
Dementia	4
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

aspiration	14
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	254
hospital care	24
image guided procedures	14
inpatient care	24
minimally invasive procedures	14
minor procedures	14
neck imaging	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	17

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	132

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	9
Asian / Pacific Islander	23
Non-Hispanic White	137
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	35
Other	6

**Age**
75 to 84	45
85 and over	7
Less than 65	44
65 to 74	106

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	46
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons

Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UC San Diego Health

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

UC San Diego Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 270 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Diego, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Charles H. Choe, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$1,240 TANZEUM $1,110	$130
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC	$529 TOUJEO $425	AFREZZA $104
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.	$250 $250
EISAI INC.	$240 Lenvima $240
Valeritas, Inc.	$225 V-GO $225
Other	$829 Omnipod $160	Ultrasound Equipment $127	TEPEZZA $101	t-slim insulin pump $95	INVOKANA $47	Other $299

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$1,610
Food and Beverage	$1,254
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$425
Education	$24

Biography

Dr. Charles Choe sees patients in San Diego, CA and Long Beach, CA. His medical specialties are general practice and endocrinology. He has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. These areas are among Dr. Choe's clinical interests: pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes. He is a graduate of Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. For his residency, Dr. Choe trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Dr. Choe's professional affiliations include UC San Diego Health, Regents of the University of California, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.