KT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tung, Hepatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kwang Tung, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tung’s office at (323) 783-4011.
What languages does Dr. Tung speak?
Dr. Tung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tung treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Tung 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. Tung. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- History of liver cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Past liver cancer
- Hepatic cancer survivor
- Previous liver malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8505: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of liver
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Which procedures does Dr. Tung perform as a Hepatologist?
As a Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kwang Tung may include:
- Colonic Polypectomy
- Hepatitis C Testing
- Hepatology Consultation
- Hepatology Follow Up
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Disease Consultation
- Liver Function Test
- Liver Imaging
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tung's office.
Does Dr. Tung accept my insurance?
Dr. Tung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tung accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tung in Los Angeles, 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
Apex Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Tung's office located?
Dr. Kwang Tung's Primary Practice
4733 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 783-4011
What is Dr. Tung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346309952.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tung
What is Dr. Kwang Tung's specialty?
Dr. Tung is a Hepatologist near Los Angeles, CA. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Tung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kwang Tung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tung is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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
Where can I learn more about Hepatologist?
Explore Hepatologist with 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 Kwang Tung accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kwang Tung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kwang Tung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tung's office at (323) 783-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kwang Tung?
Please contact Dr. Tung's office at (323) 783-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Hepatologist Near Los Angeles, CA
HR
Hepatologist
Accepting patientsDr. Howard Rosenblate, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified.
Los Angeles, CA
VW
Hepatologist
Accepting patientsDr. Victor Wu, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified.
Los Angeles, CA
KE
Hepatologist
Accepting patientsDr. Karl Esrason, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Los Angeles, CA