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Dr. Michelle Hwang, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hwang, Otolaryngologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Michelle Hwang, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (215) 955-6760.

    What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hwang treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Bell's Palsy
    • Idiopathic Facial Paralysis
    • Acute Facial Paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G510: Bell's palsy

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Nose
    • Nose Bone Break
    • Fractured Nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Skin Disorder
    • Other Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment
    • Unusual Skin Symptoms
    • Skin Discoloration
    • Skin Texture Changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
    • R238: Other skin changes

    Also known as:

    • Facial Weakness
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Facial Paralysis', 'Facial Droop', 'Weakness in Face', 'Bell's Palsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29810: Facial weakness

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shingles Facial Nerve Pain
    • Shingles
    • Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
    • Post-Shingles Facial Nerve Inflammation
    • Geniculate Ganglionitis from Shingles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B0221: Postherpetic geniculate ganglionitis

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Movement Disorder
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Spasms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Nose Injury
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal Trauma
    • Broken Nose
    • Nose Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0992XA: Unspecified injury of nose, initial encounter

    Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Charleston, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Hwang's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (215) 955-6760

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    Dr. Michelle Hwang's Practice 2

    3998 Red Lion Rd

    Philadelphia, PA 19114

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    Dr. Michelle Hwang's Practice 3

    925 Chestnut St

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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    What is Dr. Hwang's NPI number?An 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 1770945917.

    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. Michelle Hwang's specialty?

    Dr. Hwang is a Otolaryngologist near Charleston, SC. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Hwang to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michelle Hwang accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

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

    Does Dr. Michelle Hwang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (215) 955-6760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michelle Hwang?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (215) 955-6760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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