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Dr. Hien Nguyen, MD

Irvine, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Hospitalist in Irvine, CA?

    Dr. Hien Nguyen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (877) 742-4624.

    Is Dr. Nguyen board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Hien Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Severe Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Systemic Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock

    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 Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Hien Nguyen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 742-4624 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Irvine, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Hien Nguyen's Primary Practice

    16200 Sand Canyon Ave

    Irvine, CA 92618

    (877) 742-4624

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558591008.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Hien Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Hospitalist near Irvine, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Hien Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Orthopaedic Institute, Pih Health Good Samaritan 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Hien Nguyen accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hien Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hien Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (877) 742-4624 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hien Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (877) 742-4624 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hien Nguyen have?

    Dr. Hien Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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