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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Walter Kwan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Kwan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwan’s office at (408) 972-7264.
Is Dr. Kwan board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Kwan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kwan speak?
Dr. Kwan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwan treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kwan 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. Kwan. 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:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Indigestion
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Dyspepsia
- Upset Stomach
- Stomach Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- K30: Functional dyspepsia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
What procedures does Dr. Kwan perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kwan 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. Kwan. 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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Kwan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-7264 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwan accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Kwan in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Central Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Kwan's office located?
What is Dr. Kwan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174635155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwan
What is Dr. Walter Kwan's specialty?
Dr. Kwan is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kwan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Walter Kwan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Walter Kwan accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Kwan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Kwan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwan's office at (408) 972-7264 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Kwan?
Please contact Dr. Kwan's office at (408) 972-7264 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Kwan have?
Dr. Walter Kwan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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