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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hwong, Urologist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. James Hwong, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hwong is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwong’s office at (310) 794-7700.
What languages does Dr. Hwong speak?
Dr. Hwong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hwong treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Hwong 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. Hwong. 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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Asymptomatic Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Hidden blood in urine without symptoms
- Microscopic hematuria without symptoms
- No symptoms blood in urine
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3121: Asymptomatic microscopic hematuria
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary Incontinence
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R351: Nocturia
- R3915: Urgency of urination
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Hwong perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Hwong may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hwong's office.
Does Dr. Hwong accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwong accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Hwong in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Hwong's office located?
Dr. James Hwong's Primary Practice
200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 425
San Jose, CA 95116
(310) 794-7700
What is Dr. Hwong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hwong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629335476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwong
What is Dr. James Hwong's specialty?
Dr. Hwong is a Urologist near San Jose, CA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Hwong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Hwong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwong is affiliated with El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital 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
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Is James Hwong accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Hwong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hwong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwong's office at (310) 794-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hwong?
Please contact Dr. Hwong's office at (310) 794-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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