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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hwang, Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sarah Hwang, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (312) 694-6447.
What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?
Dr. Hwang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hwang typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
- Pain in pelvic area
- Perineum discomfort
- Groin pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
- R1020: Pelvic and perineal pain unspecified side
Also known as:
- Vulvodynia
- Vulvar Disorder
- Chronic Vulvar Pain
- Unexplained Vulvar Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- N94819: Vulvodynia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Other Female Genital and Menstrual Condition
- Menstruation
- Vaginal Disease
- Vulvar Disorder
- Specific Gynecological Conditions
- Menstrual Cycle Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N9489: Other specified conditions associated with female genital organs and menstrual cycle
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hwang typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Hwang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hwang. 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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 694-6447 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hwang in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?
Dr. Sarah Hwang's Primary Practice
250 E Superior St # 2304
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 694-6447
What is Dr. Hwang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184950685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwang
What is Dr. Sarah Hwang's specialty?
Dr. Hwang is a Physiatrist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Sarah Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
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Is Sarah Hwang accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Hwang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (312) 694-6447 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Hwang?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (312) 694-6447 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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