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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwon, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Kwon, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kwon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwon’s office at (858) 966-6789.
What languages does Dr. Kwon speak?
Dr. Kwon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwon treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Radius Fracture
- Lower Radius Growth Plate Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Right Wrist Bone
- Distal Right Radius Fracture
- Right Wrist Bone Break
- Growth Plate Fracture
- Broken Lower Radius Bone
- Salter-Harris Fracture
- Forearm Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S52501D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S59222A: Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of radius, left arm, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52501A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hand and Wrist Injury
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Finger Injury
- Wrist Sprain
- Hand Trauma
- Upper Extremity Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- General Hand Injury
- Wrist Trauma
- Finger Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
- Left elbow fracture
- Broken arm bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Kwon perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Walking Short Leg Cast Application
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Hand and Forearm Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Below Knee Walking Cast
- Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Below Knee Cast
- Gauntlet Cast
- Wrist and Forearm Cast
- Hand Cast
- Lower Arm Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
Also known as:
- Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
- Pinning for Finger/Thumb Fracture
- Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
- Unstable finger fracture repair
- Thumb bone fracture treatment
- Percutaneous Finger Fracture Fixation
- Distal Phalanx Fracture Pinning
- Minimally Invasive Finger Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each
- 26756: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal phalangeal fracture, finger or thumb, each
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
Also known as:
- Finger Splint Application
- Static Finger Splint
- Finger Immobilization
- Finger Brace
CPT Codes:
- 29130: Application of finger splint; static
Also known as:
- Wrist Fracture Pinning
- Percutaneous wrist fracture fixation
- Distal radius fracture repair
- Epiphyseal separation fixation
- Wrist bone pinning
CPT Codes:
- 25606: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of distal radial fracture or epiphyseal separation
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Removal of Tendon Sheath Lesion (Forearm/Wrist)
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Excision
- Forearm Tendon Sheath Removal
- Ganglion Cyst Removal (Wrist/Forearm)
- Tenosynovial Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 25110: Excision, lesion of tendon sheath, forearm and/or wrist
Does Dr. Kwon accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-6789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwon accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kwon in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwon's office located?
Dr. Michael Kwon's Primary Practice
3030 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-6789
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 1548477631.
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. Michael Kwon's specialty?
Dr. Kwon is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near San Diego, CA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Kwon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Kwon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwon is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Temecula Valley Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Michael Kwon accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Kwon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Kwon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (858) 966-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Kwon?
Please contact Dr. Kwon's office at (858) 966-6789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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