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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kang, Surgeon in Wichita Falls, TX?
Dr. Christopher Kang, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wichita Falls, TX. Dr. Kang is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Kang typically treat?
As a 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
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
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kang typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Kang may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Kang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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 Surgeon near Wichita Falls, TX.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kang is affiliated with United Regional Healthcare System, Kell West Regional Hospital, Hendrick 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
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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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