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Dr. John Kang, MD

Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kang, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. John Kang, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kang completed his residency at SUNY Buffalo Med Consortium. Dr. Kang is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kang’s office at (323) 373-1222.

    Where did Dr. Kang go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: SUNY Buffalo Med Consortium

    Is Dr. Kang board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Kang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
    • Health Screening
    • Hormone Disorder Screening
    • Gland Disorder Screening
    • Endocrine System Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kang typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Kang may include:

    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 (323) 373-1222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kang accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kang in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthSmart

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kang's office located?

    Health Care Consultation Ctr; Doctors Tower 1st Fl

    1300 N Vermont Ave Fl 1

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 373-1222

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    Dr. John Kang's Practice 2

    28212 Kelly Johnson Pkwy Ste 200

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    Dr. John Kang's Practice 3

    3130 W Olympic Blvd Ste 340

    Los Angeles, CA 90006

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kang affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kang has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange,Orange, CA
    Anaheim Global Medical Center,Anaheim, CA
    Garden Grove Hospital Medical Center,Garden Grove, CA

    What is Dr. Kang's NPI number?A 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 1669531463.

    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. John Kang's specialty?

    Dr. Kang is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    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 Dr. John Kang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kang is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. John Kang accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Kang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Kang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (323) 373-1222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Kang?

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (323) 373-1222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kang's office located?

    Dr. Kang's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Valencia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Kang have?

    Dr. John Kang is certified by the American Board of Surgery.