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Who is Dr. Kwong, Interventional Cardiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Calvin Kwong, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kwong is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwong’s office at (408) 885-5000.
What languages does Dr. Kwong speak?
Dr. Kwong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Kwong typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Kwong 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. Kwong. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Kwong typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Calvin Kwong may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kwong accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwong accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kwong in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kwong's office located?
Dr. Calvin Kwong's Primary Practice
2250 Hayes St Ste 204
San Francisco, CA 94117
(408) 885-5000
What is Dr. Kwong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720406119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwong
What is Dr. Calvin Kwong's specialty?
Dr. Kwong is a Interventional Cardiologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Calvin Kwong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwong is affiliated with Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Ucsf Health Saint Francis 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 Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Calvin Kwong accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Kwong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Calvin Kwong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Calvin Kwong?
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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