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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahn, Internist in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Woo Sung Ahn, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Ahn is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahn’s office at (562) 916-5020.
Where did Dr. Ahn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Seoul National University, College of Medicine,Seoul, Korea, South
What languages does Dr. Ahn speak?
Dr. Ahn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahn typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ahn 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. Ahn. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahn typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Woo Sung Ahn 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
Please contact Dr. Ahn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahn accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 916-5020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahn accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Ahn in Lakewood, 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
Clever Care Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahn's office located?
What is Dr. Ahn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396807806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahn
What is Dr. Woo Sung Ahn's specialty?
Dr. Ahn is a Internist near Lakewood, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Woo Sung Ahn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahn is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Torrance Memorial 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Woo Sung Ahn accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Woo Sung Ahn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Woo Sung Ahn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahn's office at (562) 916-5020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Woo Sung Ahn?
Please contact Dr. Ahn's office at (562) 916-5020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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