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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hong, Neurosurgeon in Allentown, PA?
Dr. David Hong, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hong is fluent in English, French, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office at (610) 402-6550.
What languages does Dr. Hong speak?
Dr. Hong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hong treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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:
- Brain cysts
- Pressure on the Brain
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G930: Cerebral cysts
- G935: Compression of brain
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Scoliosis of the Mid-Lower Back
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Thoracolumbar Scoliosis
- Mid-Lower Back Spinal Curve
- Curved Thoracolumbar Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M4185: Other forms of scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus at Birth (Unspecified Type)
- Hydrocephalus
- Congenital Water on the Brain
- Infant Hydrocephalus
- Undiagnosed Hydrocephalus in Newborns
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q039: Congenital hydrocephalus, unspecified
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Congenital skull malformation
- Facial bone birth defect
- Head and face bone abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q759: Congenital malformation of skull and face bones, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Brain Malformations
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
Also known as:
- Syringomyelia
- Syrinx
- Spinal Cord Cyst
- Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia
Also known as:
- Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Gland Problems
- Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
- Endocrine Gland Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Wry Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Torticollis
- Cervical Dystonia
- Twisted Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M436: Torticollis
Also known as:
- Skull Fracture
- Fractures
- Head Injuries
- Broken skull
- Cranial fracture
- Head bone break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S020XXD: Fracture of vault of skull, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?
Dr. Hong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-6550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Hong in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
California Water Service Group
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Spectrum
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Hong's office located?
Dr. David Hong's Primary Practice
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 400
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 402-6550
What is Dr. Hong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427221522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hong
What is Dr. David Hong's specialty?
Dr. Hong is a Neurosurgeon near Allentown, PA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Hong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 David Hong accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. David Hong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Hong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (610) 402-6550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Hong?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (610) 402-6550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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