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Dr. Richard Kang, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Northridge, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kang, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Richard Kang, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Northridge, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Kang graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Schneider Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Kang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kang’s office at (818) 885-5349.

    Where did Dr. Kang go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Schneider Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Kang board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Kang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kang speak?

    Dr. Kang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kang typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kang 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. Kang. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kang typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kang may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 885-5349 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kang accept in Northridge, CA?

    Dr. Kang in Northridge, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kang's office located?

    Picu Department

    18300 Roscoe Blvd

    Northridge, CA 91325

    (818) 885-5349

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    What is Dr. Kang's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801991872.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kang?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kang

    What is Dr. Richard Kang's specialty?

    Dr. Kang is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Northridge, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

    Is Dr. Richard Kang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kang is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Richard Kang accepting new patients in Northridge, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Kang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Kang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (818) 885-5349 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Kang?

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (818) 885-5349 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kang's office located?

    Dr. Kang's office is located in Northridge, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kang have?

    Dr. Richard Kang is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.