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Dr. Sungwon Kyung, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kyung, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Sungwon Kyung, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Kyung is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kyung’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kyung’s office at (213) 977-1214.

    What languages does Dr. Kyung speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kyung typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kyung 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. Kyung. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kyung typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kyung 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. Kyung. 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:

    • Brief Mental Health Assessment
    • Emotional Assessment
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Depression Inventory
    • ADHD Scale Assessment

    CPT Codes:

    • 96127: Brief emotional/behavioral assessment (eg, depression inventory, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder [ADHD] scale), with scoring and documentation, per standardized instrument

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kyung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kyung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 977-1214 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kyung accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kyung in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kyung's office located?

    Dr. Sungwon Kyung's Primary Practice

    1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 303

    Los Angeles, CA 90017

    (213) 977-1214

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

    Dr. Kyung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831501840.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kyung?

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

    What is Dr. Sungwon Kyung's specialty?

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.

    Is Dr. Sungwon Kyung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kyung is affiliated with Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Adventist Health Glendale, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Adventist Health White Memorial, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Dr. Sungwon Kyung accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sungwon Kyung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sungwon Kyung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kyung's office at (213) 977-1214 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sungwon Kyung?

    Please contact Dr. Kyung's office at (213) 977-1214 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kyung's office located?

    Dr. Kyung's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.