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Dr. Steven Hwang, MD

Neurosurgeon

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hwang, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Steven Hwang, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (215) 430-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Hwang typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Juvenile Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Thoracolumbar Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Child Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Juvenile Scoliosis
    • Teenage scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in teens
    • AIS
    • Scoliosis from nerve problems
    • Scoliosis from muscle problems
    • Secondary scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41115: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
    • M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
    • M4145: Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Scoliosis
    • Post-scoliosis surgery care
    • Scoliosis recovery care
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4782: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Hwang typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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:

    • Application of Risser Cast or Brace
    • Risser Jacket Application
    • Spinal Cast
    • Scoliosis Brace Application
    • Body Cast for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only

    Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 430-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Hwang in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Steven Hwang's Primary Practice

    3551 N Broad St

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

    (215) 430-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hwang affiliated with?

    Dr. Hwang has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Shriners Children's Philadelphia,Philadelphia, PA

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

    Dr. Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841406295.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwang?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Hwang's specialty?

    Dr. Hwang is a Neurosurgeon near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Steven Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hwang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shriners Children's Philadelphia. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Steven Hwang accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Hwang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (215) 430-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Hwang?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (215) 430-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Hwang's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.