23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwon, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Murray Kwon, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Kwon graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Kwon is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwon’s office at (310) 825-5758.
Where did Dr. Kwon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cardiothoracic Surgery, UCLA School of Medicine | Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kwon board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Murray Kwon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery since 2008, American Board of Surgery since 2005
What languages does Dr. Kwon speak?
Dr. Kwon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kwon typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kwon 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. Kwon. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
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:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kwon typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kwon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kwon. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Access for Heart or Vessel Procedure
- Axillary Artery Exposure
- Subclavian Artery Access
- Artery Conduit Creation
- Vascular Access for Endovascular Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 34716: Open axillary/subclavian artery exposure with creation of conduit for delivery of endovascular prosthesis or for establishment of cardiopulmonary bypass, by infraclavicular or supraclavicular incision, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
- Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- ICD Lead Removal
- Heart Device Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction
Does Dr. Kwon accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-5758 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwon accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kwon in Los Angeles, CA 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 Shield of California
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kwon's office located?
What is Dr. Kwon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841482981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwon
What is Dr. Murray Kwon's specialty?
Dr. Kwon is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Murray Kwon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwon is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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 Murray Kwon accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Murray Kwon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Murray Kwon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (310) 825-5758 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Murray Kwon?
Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (310) 825-5758 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Murray Kwon have?
Dr. Murray Kwon is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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