Dr. Kwun Wah Wen, MD
San Francisco, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wen, Clinical Pathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kwun Wah Wen, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Wen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Wen speak?
Dr. Wen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Wen typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Wen 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. Wen. 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Placental Disorder
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Unspecified placenta problems
- Various placenta conditions
- General placenta issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- O43893: Other placental disorders, third trimester
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Wen typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kwun Wah Wen may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Wen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wen accept my insurance?
Dr. Wen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wen accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Wen in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wen's office located?
What is Dr. Wen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326307430.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wen
What is Dr. Kwun Wah Wen's specialty?
Dr. Wen is a Clinical Pathologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Kwun Wah Wen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wen is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Sutter Roseville 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
When to see a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kwun Wah Wen accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kwun Wah Wen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwun Wah Wen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwun Wah Wen?
Please contact Dr. Wen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Wen
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400 Parnassus Ave # 300
San Francisco, CA 94143