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Dr. Walter Kwan, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Jose, CA

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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kwan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kwan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Kwan's office located?

    Dr. Walter Kwan's Primary Practice

    250 Hospital Pkwy

    San Jose, CA 95119

    (408) 972-7264

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    Dr. Walter Kwan's Practice 2

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

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    Dr. Walter Kwan's Practice 3

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    What is Dr. Kwan's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Walter Kwan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kwan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Walter Kwan?

    Please contact Dr. Kwan's office at (408) 972-7264 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kwan's office located?

    Dr. Kwan's offices are located in San Jose, CA, Oakland, CA, and Richmond, CA.

    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.