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Dr. Katherine Yung, MD

Dr. Katherine Yung, MD

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Otolaryngologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yung, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Katherine Yung, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Yung graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis. Dr. Yung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yung’s office at (415) 839-8639.

    Where did Dr. Yung go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: UCSF, Laryngology

    • Medical School: Washington Center / School of Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Yung board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Yung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Yung speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Yung typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Yung 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. Yung. 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:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Other Voice Problems
    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Voice changes
    • Vocal issues
    • Resonance issues
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • R498: Other voice and resonance disorders
    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Yung typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Yung 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. Yung. 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:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Injection
    • Vocal cord augmentation
    • Larynx injection
    • Flexible scope vocal cord
    • Voice box injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 31574: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with injection(s) for augmentation (eg, percutaneous, transoral), unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
    • Vocal Cord Stripping
    • Epiglottis Tumor Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
    • Direct laryngoscopy with injection
    • Vocal cord augmentation
    • Voice box injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Vocal Cord Lesion Removal and Reconstruction
    • Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Surgery
    • Vocal Cord Polyp Removal
    • Voice Box Lesion Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 31545: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with operating microscope or telescope, with submucosal removal of non-neoplastic lesion(s) of vocal cord; reconstruction with local tissue flap(s)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Injection
    • Vocal cord injection
    • Laryngeal injection
    • Voice box injection
    • Therapeutic laryngoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31573: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with therapeutic injection(s) (eg, chemodenervation agent or corticosteroid, injected percutaneous, transoral, or via endoscope channel), unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Yung accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 839-8639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yung accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Yung in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yung's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Yung's Primary Practice

    2100 Webster St Ste 110

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 839-8639

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    Dr. Katherine Yung's Practice 2

    2340 Clay St Fl 5

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Yung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508985243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yung?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Yung's specialty?

    Dr. Yung is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is Dr. Katherine Yung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yung is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Novato Community Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, Mills-Peninsula 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. Katherine Yung accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Yung is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Yung offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yung's office at (415) 839-8639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Yung?

    Please contact Dr. Yung's office at (415) 839-8639 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yung's office located?

    Dr. Yung's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Yung have?

    Dr. Katherine Yung is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.