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Dr. Lee Hwang, MD

Dr. Lee Hwang, MD

Neurosurgeon

Fountain Hill, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hwang, Neurosurgeon in Fountain Hill, PA?

    Dr. Lee Hwang, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Hill, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hwang completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (484) 526-6000.

    Where did Dr. Hwang go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | National Institutes of Health

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    • Medical School: UT Southwestern Medical Center (Allied Health)

    What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife
    • Brain Radiation Therapy
    • Particle Beam Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion

    Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 526-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Lee Hwang's Primary Practice

    701 Ostrum St Ste 602

    Fountain Hill, PA 18015

    (484) 526-6000

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    Dr. Lee Hwang's Practice 2

    1600 St Lukes Blvd

    Easton, PA 18045

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    Dr. Lee Hwang's Practice 3

    755 Memorial Pkwy Ste 201

    Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

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    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 1902166408.

    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. Lee Hwang's specialty?

    Dr. Hwang is a Neurosurgeon near Fountain Hill, 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. Lee Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Paoli Hospital 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. Lee Hwang accepting new patients in Fountain Hill, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Lee Hwang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (484) 526-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (484) 526-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Hwang's offices are located in Fountain Hill, PA, Easton, PA, and Phillipsburg, NJ.