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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwong, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Jerry Kwong, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kwong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwong’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. Kwong’s office at (213) 977-0419.
What languages does Dr. Kwong speak?
Dr. Kwong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwong treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kwong 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. Kwong. 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:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Complete Heart Block
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does Dr. Kwong perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kwong 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. Kwong. 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kwong accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 977-0419 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwong accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kwong in Los Angeles, 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthSmart
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwong's office located?
Dr. Jerry Kwong's Primary Practice
1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 580
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 977-0419
What is Dr. Kwong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033538004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwong
What is Dr. Jerry Kwong's specialty?
Dr. Kwong is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Los Angeles, CA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Kwong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jerry Kwong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwong is affiliated with PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 Jerry Kwong accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Kwong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerry Kwong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office at (213) 977-0419 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerry Kwong?
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office at (213) 977-0419 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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