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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hong, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kimberly Hong, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office at (800) 926-1273.
What languages does Dr. Hong speak?
Dr. Hong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Hong typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Hong typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Hong may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Hong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?
Dr. Hong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-1273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hong accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hong in San Diego, 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
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hong's office located?
What is Dr. Hong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346515442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hong
What is Dr. Kimberly Hong's specialty?
Dr. Hong is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Kimberly Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Kimberly Hong accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Hong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Hong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (800) 926-1273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Hong?
Please contact Dr. Hong's office at (800) 926-1273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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