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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hwang, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Gloria Hwang is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (973) 842-2100.
What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?
Dr. Hwang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Hwang typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Hwang typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Hwang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hwang. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 842-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Hwang in Monterey, 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
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?
Dr. Gloria Hwang's Primary Practice
1010 Cass St Ste D3
Monterey, CA 93940
(973) 842-2100
What is Dr. Hwang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447632773.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwang
What is Dr. Gloria Hwang's specialty?
Dr. Hwang is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Monterey, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Gloria Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Samaritan Albany General 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 Gloria Hwang accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gloria Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gloria Hwang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (973) 842-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gloria Hwang?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (973) 842-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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