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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hwa, Diagnostic Radiologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Linda Hwa, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Hwa is fluent in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwa’s office at (562) 789-9770.
Is Dr. Hwa board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Linda Hwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Hwa speak?
Dr. Hwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hwa typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Hwa 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. Hwa. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Hwa typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Hwa may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Hwa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 789-9770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwa accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Hwa in Visalia, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hwa's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Hwa affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Hwa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaweah Health Medical Center,Visalia, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Kaweah Health Medical Center,Visalia, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno,Fresno, CARanked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno,Fresno, CA
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CARanked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca,Modesto, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca,Modesto, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego,San Diego, CARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego,San Diego, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 4 Procedures
What is Dr. Hwa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679795082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hwa
What is Dr. Linda Hwa's specialty?
Dr. Hwa is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Visalia, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is Dr. Linda Hwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwa is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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. Linda Hwa accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Linda Hwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Hwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwa's office at (562) 789-9770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Linda Hwa?
Please contact Dr. Hwa's office at (562) 789-9770 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Hwa's office located?
Dr. Hwa's office is located in Visalia, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Hwa have?
Dr. Linda Hwa is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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