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Who is Dr. Hong, Nephrologist in Munster, IN?
Dr. Richard Hong, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hong graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine. Dr. Hong is fluent in English, Korean, 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 (219) 224-5059.
Where did Dr. Hong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Toledo College of Medicine
Is Dr. Hong board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hong speak?
Dr. Hong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hong treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- 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
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Alport Syndrome
- Birth Defects
- Alport syndrome
- Hereditary Nephritis
- AS
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8781: Alport syndrome
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Hong perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Hong may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (219) 224-5059 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. Hong in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hong's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Hong?
Dr. Hong has appointments available at his Munster, IN office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1124135611.
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. Richard Hong's specialty?
Dr. Hong is a Nephrologist near Munster, IN. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Hong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Community Hospital of Munster, Franciscan Health Dyer, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Richard Hong accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Hong offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hong, or call (219) 224-5059 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Hong?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (219) 224-5059 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hong have?
Dr. Richard Hong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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