EverydayHealthLogo
GH

Dr. Gloria Hwang, MD

San Diego, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hwang, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Gloria Hwang, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Hwang graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Georgetown Univ Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (858) 565-9666.

    Where did Dr. Hwang go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Georgetown Univ Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Georgetown University School Of Med | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Hwang board certified in Pediatric Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gloria Hwang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?

    Dr. Hwang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hwang treat?

    As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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:

    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Other Mouth Lesions
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Oral Sores
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Abnormalities in Mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa

    Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Hwang in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • Sharp Health Plan

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Gloria Hwang's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Hwang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801820261.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwang?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwang

    What is Dr. Gloria Hwang's specialty?

    Dr. Hwang is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy. Contact Dr. Hwang to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gloria Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hwang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pediatric Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gloria Hwang accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gloria Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gloria Hwang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gloria Hwang?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (858) 565-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gloria Hwang have?

    Dr. Gloria Hwang is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

    Other Pediatric Anesthesiologist Near San Diego, CA

    JH

    Pediatric Anesthesiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Diego, CA
    HW

    Pediatric Anesthesiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Diego, CA
    KV

    Pediatric Anesthesiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Diego, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists