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Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD

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(Thomas Tai Chung, MD)

(531 Ratings)

Specializes in: Physical Therapy and Physiatry (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

University of Michigan Medical School (1996)

Professional interests include: nerve conduction studies (NCS), carpal tunnel syndrome, joint injections, and more.

904 7th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

(206) 329-1760

Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD is a physical therapist in Seattle, WA specializing in physical therapy and physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1996 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD is affiliated with Providence, Swedish Medical Center, The Polyclinic, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus and Optum.

Office Locations

904 7th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

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Some issues Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD can help you with:

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2012 were diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	643
doctor visit	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2013 were diagnostic procedures and nerve block.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	61
doctor visit	54
nerve block	15

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	77

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	57
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2013

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2014 were diagnostic procedures and nerve block.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	50
doctor visit	190
nerve block	12

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	138
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	16
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2014

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2015 were diagnostic procedures, injections, pain management and aspiration.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	14
diagnostic procedures	79
doctor visit	274
injections	35
pain management	21

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	334
Black	50
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	26
Less than 65	64

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2015

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2016 were diagnostic procedures, injections, aspiration and pain management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	27
diagnostic procedures	73
doctor visit	279
injections	48
pain management	21

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	110
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	17
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2016

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	19
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2017 were diagnostic procedures, pain management and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	67
doctor visit	378
injections	29
pain management	29

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	135

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	188
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	18
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2017

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2018 were diagnostic procedures, aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	25
diagnostic procedures	75
doctor visit	391
injections	25

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	116
Female	138

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	211
Black	20
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	22
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2018

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	23
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2019 were diagnostic procedures, injections, aspiration and pain management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	29
diagnostic procedures	85
doctor visit	366
injections	57
pain management	28

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	109
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	234
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	144
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	26
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2019

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2020 were injections, diagnostic procedures, aspiration and pain management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	29
diagnostic procedures	39
doctor visit	388
injections	57
pain management	28

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	178
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	110
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	16
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2020

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2021 were injections, diagnostic procedures, pain management and aspiration.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	31
diagnostic procedures	58
doctor visit	482
injections	84
pain management	53

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	132

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	205
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	21
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2021

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	20
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA during 2022 were injections, diagnostic procedures, pain management and aspiration.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	36
diagnostic procedures	83
doctor visit	460
injections	103
pain management	67

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	132

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	200
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	125
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	22
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD in 2022

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	16
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated as a physical therapist in Seattle, WA were diagnostic procedures, injections, pain management and aspiration.

aspiration	27
diagnostic procedures	119
doctor visit	299
injections	54
nerve block	13
pain management	35

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD.

**Gender**
Female	124
Male	92

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	15
Asian / Pacific Islander	3
Non-Hispanic White	176
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	2

**Age**
85 and over	16
75 to 84	63
Less than 65	22
65 to 74	111

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	2
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1996. He completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (1996)

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals (2000)

Board Certification: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Swedish Medical Center

The Polyclinic

Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

Optum

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 531 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Thomas Tai Chung, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Seattle, WA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$117 XARELTO $117
Stryker Corporation	$108 Custom Implants $108

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$224

Biography

Dr. Thomas Chung is a specialist in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation) and physical therapy in Seattle, WA. His areas of expertise include the following: thoracic outlet syndrome, nerve conduction studies (NCS), and joint injections. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington, Dr. Chung attended the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Chung speaks Spanish. He is affiliated with The Polyclinic, Providence, and Optum. Optum reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Seattle, WA.