18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pak, Pulmonologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mihwa Pak, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Pak graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Pak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pak’s office at (323) 857-3932.
Where did Dr. Pak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
What languages does Dr. Pak speak?
Dr. Pak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pak typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pak 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. Pak. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pak typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mihwa Pak may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Pak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pak accept my insurance?
Dr. Pak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-3932 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pak accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Pak 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
University of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pak's office located?
What is Dr. Pak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053590315.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pak
What is Dr. Mihwa Pak's specialty?
Dr. Pak is a Pulmonologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Mihwa Pak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pak is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mihwa Pak accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mihwa Pak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mihwa Pak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (323) 857-3932 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mihwa Pak?
Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (323) 857-3932 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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