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Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon, MD
Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Visalia, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA. Dr. Kwon is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwon’s office at (559) 624-5218.
What languages does Dr. Kwon speak?
Dr. Kwon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kwon typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kwon 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. Kwon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kwon typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kwon 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. Kwon. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Kwon accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 624-5218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwon accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Kwon in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kwon's office located?
Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon's Primary Practice
400 W Mineral King Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 624-5218
What is Dr. Kwon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265819163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwon
What is Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon's specialty?
Dr. Kwon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Visalia, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwon is affiliated with Redlands Community Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Yong Hwan Kwon accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yong Hwan Kwon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (559) 624-5218 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yong Hwan Kwon?
Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (559) 624-5218 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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