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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hong, Cardiologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Michael Hong, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Hong graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Alameda County Medical Center Program. Dr. Hong is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office at (716) 835-2981.
Where did Dr. Hong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda County Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Hawaii
What languages does Dr. Hong speak?
Dr. Hong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hong treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hong perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Hong may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hong's office.
Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?
Dr. Hong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 835-2981 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Hong in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
Peak
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Hong's office located?
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 1760595771.
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. Michael Hong's specialty?
Dr. Hong is a Cardiologist near Buffalo, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Hong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo 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 Michael Hong accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Hong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (716) 835-2981 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Hong?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (716) 835-2981 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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