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Dr. Hyunwoo Kang, MD

Surgical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kang, Surgical Oncologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Hyunwoo Kang, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kang’s office at (617) 724-3700.

    What languages does Dr. Kang speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Kang typically treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kang 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. Kang. 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:

    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Connective Tissue Cancer
    • Soft Tissue Cancer
    • Sarcoma of left leg
    • Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
    • Connective tissue cancer of left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
    • C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Bone Disease
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Bone Neoplasm
    • Cartilage Neoplasm
    • Uncertain Bone Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Benign Bone and Cartilage Tumor
    • Benign Long Bone Tumor of Right Lower Limb
    • Benign Tumor
    • Bone Disease
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Non-cancerous bone growth
    • Benign cartilage mass
    • Non-malignant bone tumor
    • Benign growth in bone
    • Non-cancerous right leg bone growth
    • Benign right thigh bone neoplasm
    • Right leg bone lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D169: Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
    • D1621: Benign neoplasm of long bones of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Bone Disorder
    • Bone Disease
    • General bone problem
    • Undiagnosed bone condition
    • Bone disease not specified

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Lump or Swelling
    • Right Lower Limb Mass
    • Bump on Right Leg
    • Right Leg Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2241: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right lower limb

    What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Kang typically perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hyunwoo Kang may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kang's office located?

    Dr. Hyunwoo Kang's Primary Practice

    1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (617) 724-3700

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    Dr. Hyunwoo Kang's Practice 2

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    Dr. Hyunwoo Kang's Practice 3

    1812 Verdugo Blvd

    Glendale, CA 91208

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

    Dr. Kang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861855157.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kang?

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

    What is Dr. Hyunwoo Kang's specialty?

    Dr. Kang is a Surgical Oncologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Surgical Oncologist do?

    A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.

    Is Dr. Hyunwoo Kang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kang is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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. Hyunwoo Kang accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Hyunwoo Kang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hyunwoo Kang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (617) 724-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hyunwoo Kang?

    Please contact Dr. Kang's office at (617) 724-3700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kang's office located?

    Dr. Kang's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Glendale, CA.