Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Houng, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Abraham Houng, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Houng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Houng’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Houng’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Houng?
Dr. Abraham Houng, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Houng empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Burn Care, Critical Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Houng is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Houng board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Abraham Houng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Houng speak?
Dr. Houng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Houng treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Houng 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. Houng. 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:
- Minor Body Surface Burns
- Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
- General Burn Injury
- Second-Degree Right Hand Burn
- Second-degree burn on right foot
- Second-Degree Chest Wall Burn
- Third-Degree Burn of the Left Hand
- Burns
- Small Area Burns
- Limited Burns
- First Degree Burns
- Thermal injury
- Heat burn
- Skin burn
- Thermal Injury
- Fire Burn
- Scald Injury
- Partial thickness burn
- Blistering burn
- Dermal burn
- Fire injury
- Scald
- Burn wound
- Partial thickness chest burn
- Moderate chest burn
- Full Thickness Burn
- Severe Burn
- Deep Burn
ICD-10 Codes:
- T310: Burns involving less than 10% of body surface
- T2020XA: Burn of second degree of head, face, and neck, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
- T23201A: Burn of second degree of right hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T25221A: Burn of second degree of right foot, initial encounter
- T2121XA: Burn of second degree of chest wall, initial encounter
- T23302A: Burn of third degree of left hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Itching
- Pruritus
- Skin Itch
- Generalized Itching
ICD-10 Codes:
- L299: Pruritus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Does Dr. Houng accept my insurance?
Dr. Houng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Houng accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Houng in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
MetroPlus
Peak
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Houng's office located?
NY-Presbyterian/Cornell Medical Center
Burns, Critical Care and Trauma
525 East 68th Street, Floor L-7
New York, NY 10065
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Houng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Houng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649226135.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Houng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Houng
What is Dr. Abraham Houng's specialty?
Dr. Houng is a Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Houng to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abraham Houng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Houng is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Abraham Houng accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Abraham Houng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abraham Houng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Houng's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abraham Houng?
Please contact Dr. Houng's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abraham Houng have?
Dr. Abraham Houng is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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