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Dr. Heewon Kwak, MD

Park Ridge, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kwak, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Park Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Heewon Kwak, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kwak graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Kwak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwak’s office at (708) 684-5226.

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

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kwak speak?

    Dr. Kwak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kwak treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kwak 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. Kwak. 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:

    • Abnormal Plasma Protein Levels
    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Plasma Protein Disorder
    • Dysproteinemia
    • Unusual Blood Proteins
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R778: Other specified abnormalities of plasma proteins
    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Abnormal Blood Protein
    • Abnormal Albumin Levels
    • Abnormal Globulin Levels
    • Blood
    • Plasma protein disorder
    • Unexplained blood protein abnormality
    • Abnormal protein in blood
    • High albumin
    • Low albumin
    • Albumin disorder
    • High globulin
    • Low globulin
    • Globulin disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R779: Abnormality of plasma protein, unspecified
    • R770: Abnormality of albumin
    • R771: Abnormality of globulin

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon 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
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Urine Test Results
    • Urine and Urination
    • Unusual urine findings
    • Irregular urinalysis
    • Abnormal pee test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Does Dr. Kwak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kwak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kwak accept in Park Ridge, IL?

    Dr. Kwak in Park Ridge, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

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    Where is Dr. Kwak's office located?

    Dr. Heewon Kwak's Primary Practice

    1775 Dempster St

    Park Ridge, IL 60068

    (708) 684-5226

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    Dr. Heewon Kwak's Practice 2

    4440 W 95th St

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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    What is Dr. Kwak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kwak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396186300.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwak?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwak

    What is Dr. Heewon Kwak's specialty?

    Dr. Kwak is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Park Ridge, IL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Kwak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Heewon Kwak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kwak is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Advocate Good Shepherd 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 Heewon Kwak accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Heewon Kwak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heewon Kwak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kwak's office at (708) 684-5226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Heewon Kwak?

    Please contact Dr. Kwak's office at (708) 684-5226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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