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Dr. Charles Hwu, MD

Flushing, NY

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    Who is Dr. Hwu, Cardiologist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Charles Hwu, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hwu graduated from National Taiwan University College of Medicine and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hwu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwu’s office at (718) 461-7666.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: Natl Taiwan Univ Coll Of Med- Taipei- Taiwan | National Taiwan University College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hwu board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Hwu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hwu speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hwu treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hwu 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. Hwu. 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:

    • Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Long-term Heart Disease
    • Ongoing Heart Ischemia
    • Chronic Coronary Artery Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Joint Disease
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Condition
    • Joint Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M129: Arthropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Bone Disorder
    • Bone Disease
    • General bone problem
    • Undiagnosed bone condition
    • Bone disease not specified

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Contact Dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Skin Rash from Contact
    • Contact Eczema
    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Hwu perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Hwu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hwu's office.

    Does Dr. Hwu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 461-7666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hwu accept in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Hwu in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Hwu's office located?

    Dr. Charles Hwu's Primary Practice

    13630 Maple Ave Ste 2F

    Flushing, NY 11355

    (718) 461-7666

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

    Dr. Hwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902955768.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwu?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Hwu's specialty?

    Dr. Hwu is a Cardiologist near Flushing, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Hwu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Hwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hwu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Charles Hwu accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Hwu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Hwu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwu's office at (718) 461-7666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Hwu?

    Please contact Dr. Hwu's office at (718) 461-7666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Hwu have?

    Dr. Charles Hwu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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