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29 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Huh, Thoracic Surgeon in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Joseph Huh, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Huh completed his residency at Uc Irvine And Med Center. Dr. Huh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huh’s office at (916) 973-7594.
Where did Dr. Huh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Uc Irvine And Med Center
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Huh board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Huh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Huh speak?
Dr. Huh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Huh treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Huh 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. Huh. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Chest Aorta Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Thoracic Aorta
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I712: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Infective Endocarditis
- Endocarditis
- Heart valve infection
- Bacterial endocarditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Deep Incision Infection After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep surgical wound infection
- Internal incision infection
- Serious wound infection after operation
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8142XA: Infection following a procedure, deep incisional surgical site, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
Also known as:
- Infection of Artificial Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis
- Infected Heart Valve Implant
- Heart Valve Prosthesis Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T826XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to cardiac valve prosthesis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Which procedures does Dr. Huh perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Huh may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Huh's office.
Does Dr. Huh accept my insurance?
Dr. Huh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 973-7594 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huh accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Huh in Sacramento, 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
Dignity Health / Catholic Health West
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Western Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Huh's office located?
What is Dr. Huh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295823292.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huh
What is Dr. Joseph Huh's specialty?
Dr. Huh is a Thoracic Surgeon near Sacramento, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Huh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Huh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Huh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Huh accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Huh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Huh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huh's office at (916) 973-7594 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Huh?
Please contact Dr. Huh's office at (916) 973-7594 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Huh have?
Dr. Joseph Huh is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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