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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kong, Internist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Niwen Kong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Kong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kong’s office at (323) 409-7556.
What languages does Dr. Kong speak?
Dr. Kong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kong 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. Kong. 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:
- Gastroparesis
- Stomach Disorder
- Delayed Gastric Emptying
- Stomach Paralysis
- Gastric Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3184: Gastroparesis
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Achalasia
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Cardia Achalasia
- Difficulty Swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- K220: Achalasia of cardia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Niwen Kong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kong accept my insurance?
Dr. Kong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 409-7556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kong accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Kong in Stanford, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kong's office located?
What is Dr. Kong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538749494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kong
What is Dr. Niwen Kong's specialty?
Dr. Kong is a Internist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Niwen Kong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kong is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sequoia 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Niwen Kong accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Niwen Kong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Niwen Kong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (323) 409-7556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Niwen Kong?
Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (323) 409-7556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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