Who is Dr. Wong, Transplant Surgeon in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Linda Wong, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Wong completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Wong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wong’s office at (808) 523-0166.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wong?
Dr. Linda Wong, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wong empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatobiliary Surgery, Transplant-Kidney-Adult & Pediatric, Transplant-Liver, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Honolulu/HI community, Dr. Wong is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Wong board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Linda Wong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wong speak?
Dr. Wong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Wong treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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 here.
Also known as:
Liver Cancer
Childhood Liver Cancer
Hepatic Cancer
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
Other specified liver Disease
Enlarged Liver
Liver Disease
Uncommon liver conditions
Rare liver diseases
Specific liver disorders
Hepatomegaly
Swollen liver
Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Pancreatic Cyst
Pancreatic Disease
Cyst on Pancreas
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
Liver Transplant
Liver Transplantation
Hepatic Transplant
Liver Graft
New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
Z944: Liver transplant status
What procedures does Dr. Wong perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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 here.
Also known as:
Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
Subcutaneous port placement
Central line with port
CPT Codes:
36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Wong accept my insurance?
Dr. Wong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 523-0166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wong accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Wong in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Wong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255405288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wong
What is Dr. Linda Wong's specialty?
Dr. Wong is a Transplant Surgeon near Honolulu, HI.
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Wong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wong is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center 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 Linda Wong accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Linda Wong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Wong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (808) 523-0166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Wong?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (808) 523-0166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Wong have?
Dr. Linda Wong is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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