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Who is Dr. Kang, Trauma Surgeon in Wichita Falls, TX?
Dr. Christopher Kang, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wichita Falls, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kang is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kang’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kang’s office at (940) 764-3608.
What languages does Dr. Kang speak?
Dr. Kang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Kang treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Kang 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. Kang. 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:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Adhesions
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Bowel Adhesions
- Scar Tissue in Intestines
- Abdominal Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K5650: Intestinal adhesions [bands], unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation from Gallstones in Gallbladder and Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
- Acute Cholecystitis with Cholelithiasis and Choledocholithiasis
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack with Bile Duct Stones
- Acute Combined Gallstone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8062: Calculus of gallbladder and bile duct with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Gallstone Pancreatitis
- Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Kang perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Kang may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kang's office.
Does Dr. Kang accept my insurance?
Dr. Kang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (940) 764-3608 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kang accept in Wichita Falls, TX?
Dr. Kang in Wichita Falls, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Cigna
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kang's office located?
Dr. Christopher Kang's Primary Practice
1600 11th St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
(940) 764-3608
Dr. Christopher Kang's Practice 3
27799 Medical Center Rd Ste 440
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
What is Dr. Kang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962715094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kang
What is Dr. Christopher Kang's specialty?
Dr. Kang is a Trauma Surgeon near Wichita Falls, TX. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Kang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kang is affiliated with United Regional Healthcare System 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
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Is Christopher Kang accepting new patients in Wichita Falls, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Kang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (940) 764-3608 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kang?
Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (940) 764-3608 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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