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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwaan, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Kwaan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kwaan graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Kwaan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwaan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwaan’s office at (415) 353-2961.
Where did Dr. Kwaan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
What languages does Dr. Kwaan speak?
Dr. Kwaan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwaan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kwaan 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. Kwaan. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- AAT Deficiency
- Alpha-1 Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8801: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kwaan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nicholas Kwaan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kwaan's office.
Does Dr. Kwaan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwaan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2961 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwaan accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Kwaan in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwaan's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Kwaan's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(415) 353-2961
What is Dr. Kwaan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwaan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952628828.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwaan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwaan
What is Dr. Nicholas Kwaan's specialty?
Dr. Kwaan is a Internist near Oakland, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kwaan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nicholas Kwaan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwaan is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, El Camino Health - Mountain View 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 Nicholas Kwaan accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Kwaan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Kwaan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwaan's office at (415) 353-2961 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Kwaan?
Please contact Dr. Kwaan's office at (415) 353-2961 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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