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Dr. Richard Hong, MD

Dr. Richard Hong, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hong, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Richard Hong, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Hong graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hong is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office at (248) 465-5955.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Hong board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Hong speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Hong treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • First-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • Postpartum Care
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Moderate vaginal tear
    • Second degree tear after birth
    • Perineal muscle tear
    • Minor vaginal tear
    • Superficial perineal laceration
    • First degree tear after birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery
    • O700: First degree perineal laceration during delivery

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Weak Labor Contractions (Secondary Uterine Inertia)
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate
    • Uterine inertia
    • Labor arrest
    • Failure to progress in labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
    • O621: Secondary uterine inertia

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Breech Presentation
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Baby is Breech
    • Feet First Birth
    • Bottom First Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O321XX0: Maternal care for breech presentation, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Preeclampsia
    • High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
    • Preeclampsia
    • Advanced Preeclampsia
    • Severe Toxemia of Pregnancy
    • High-Risk Preeclampsia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O1413: Severe pre-eclampsia, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • 39 Weeks Pregnant
    • Pregnancy
    • Full term pregnancy
    • Week 39 of gestation
    • Due date approaching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A39: 39 weeks gestation of pregnancy

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z942: Lung transplant status

    Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 465-5955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Hong in Los Angeles, 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

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hong's office located?

    Dr. Richard Hong's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (248) 465-5955

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    Dr. Richard Hong's Practice 2

    1680 E 120th St

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

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    Dr. Richard Hong's Practice 3

    1245 16th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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

    Dr. Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770680506.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hong?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Hong's specialty?

    Dr. Hong is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Hong to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Richard Hong accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Hong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (248) 465-5955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Hong?

    Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (248) 465-5955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hong have?

    Dr. Richard Hong is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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