KW
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wong, Family Medicine Specialist in San Carlos, CA?
Dr. Kester Wong, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Carlos, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Wong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wong’s office at (650) 596-4000.
What languages does Dr. Wong speak?
Dr. Wong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Wong treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dense Breasts
- Dense breast tissue
- High breast density
- Fibroglandular breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9230: Dense breasts, unspecified
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wong perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kester Wong may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wong's office.
Does Dr. Wong accept my insurance?
Dr. Wong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 596-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wong accept in San Carlos, CA?
Dr. Wong in San Carlos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wong's office located?
What is Dr. Wong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407291602.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wong
What is Dr. Kester Wong's specialty?
Dr. Wong is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Carlos, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Wong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kester Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wong is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Kester Wong accepting new patients in San Carlos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kester Wong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kester Wong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (650) 596-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kester Wong?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (650) 596-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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