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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jeon, Transplant Surgeon in Covington, LA?
Dr. Hoonbae Jeon, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Jeon is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jeon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jeon’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jeon?
Dr. Hoonbae Jeon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jeon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver & Biliary Surgery, Pancreatic & Biliary Surgery, Transplant Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Covington/LA community, Dr. Jeon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Jeon speak?
Dr. Jeon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Jeon treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Jeon diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Jeon. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Long-term Calcineurin Inhibitor Use
- Chronic calcineurin therapy
- Taking calcineurin inhibitors
- Calcineurin medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79621: Long term (current) use of calcineurin inhibitor
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Which procedures does Dr. Jeon perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Hoonbae Jeon may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jeon's office.
Does Dr. Jeon accept my insurance?
Dr. Jeon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jeon accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Jeon in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Jeon's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Jeon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jeon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881652352.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jeon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jeon
What is Dr. Hoonbae Jeon's specialty?
Dr. Jeon is a Transplant Surgeon near Covington, LA. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Jeon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hoonbae Jeon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jeon is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Hoonbae Jeon accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Hoonbae Jeon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hoonbae Jeon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jeon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hoonbae Jeon?
Please contact Dr. Jeon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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