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Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahn, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahn is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahn’s office at (213) 388-0908.

    What languages does Dr. Ahn speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahn typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Ahn 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. Ahn. 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Cancer
    • Gastric Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
    • Stomach Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    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:

    • 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahn typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Ahn 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. Ahn. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Ahn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 388-0908 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • HealthSmart

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahn's office located?

    Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn's Primary Practice

    500 S Virgil Ave Ste 502

    Los Angeles, CA 90020

    (213) 388-0908

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    Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn's Practice 2

    1520 San Pablo St Fl 1

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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    Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn's Practice 3

    5832 Beach Blvd Unit 201

    Buena Park, CA 90621

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

    Dr. Ahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568581759.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahn?

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

    What is Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn's specialty?

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahn is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Ahmc Anaheim Regional 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. Sang Hoon Ahn accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahn's office at (213) 388-0908 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sang Hoon Ahn?

    Please contact Dr. Ahn's office at (213) 388-0908 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahn's office located?

    Dr. Ahn's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Buena Park, CA.