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Dr. Murray Kwon, MD

Dr. Murray Kwon, MD

Surgeon, Cardiologist, Thoracic Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

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.

    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.

    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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • 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?

    Suite 630

    100 Medical Plz Ste 630

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 825-5758

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    Dr. Murray Kwon's Practice 2

    7300 Medical Center Dr

    West Hills, CA 91307

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kwon affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kwon has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Regents Univ Of Calif Los Angeles,West Hills, CA
    Cha Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
    Antelope Valley Medical Center,Lancaster, CA

    What is Dr. Kwon's NPI number?A 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Murray Kwon?

    Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (310) 825-5758 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kwon's office located?

    Dr. Kwon's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and West Hills, CA.

    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.