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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwon, Thoracic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Michael Kwon, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Kwon graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Kwon is fluent in English, Chinese, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwon’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Kwon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kwon speak?
Dr. Kwon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Kwon treat?
As a Thoracic 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Partially Abnormal Pulmonary Vein Connection
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Abnormal Coronary Arteries
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Narrowing Below Aortic Valve at Birth
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- PAPVC
- Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return
- Partially Misconnected Lung Veins
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
- Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- Subaortic Stenosis
- Congenital Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Outflow Obstruction
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q263: Partial anomalous pulmonary venous connection
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q244: Congenital subaortic stenosis
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky pulmonary valve
- Pulmonary regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Narrow and leaky aortic valve
- Mixed aortic valve disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I371: Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Breathing Problems After Surgery
- Other Circulatory System Problems After Surgery
- Respiratory issues after operation
- Lung problems post-procedure
- Postoperative breathing disorder
- Postoperative circulatory disorders
- Other heart complications after operation
- Blood vessel issues after surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9589: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified
- I9789: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of the circulatory system, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Fever After Procedure
- Fever
- Post-surgery fever
- Fever after operation
- Postoperative fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5082: Postprocedural fever
Also known as:
- Other Disease of Lung Blood Vessels
- Vascular Disease
- Lung vascular diseases
- Pulmonary vessel disorders
- Blood vessel problems in lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I288: Other diseases of pulmonary vessels
What procedures does Dr. Kwon perform?
As a Thoracic 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:
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Heart Valve Replacement
- Pulmonary valve surgery
- Heart valve replacement
- Pulmonic valve replacement
- Open heart pulmonary valve
CPT Codes:
- 33475: Replacement, pulmonary valve
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Repair with Ring
- Tricuspid valvuloplasty with ring
- Tricuspid valve annuloplasty
- Heart valve repair surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33464: Valvuloplasty, tricuspid valve; with ring insertion
Also known as:
- Ascending Aorta Graft for Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery
- Ascending Aorta Replacement
- Heart Bypass for Aorta
- Aortic Valve Suspension
CPT Codes:
- 33859: Ascending aorta graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass, includes valve suspension, when performed; for aortic disease other than dissection (eg, aneurysm)
Also known as:
- Complex Heart Anomaly Repair with Conduit
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Conduit Placement
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33608: Repair of complex cardiac anomaly other than pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect by construction or replacement of conduit from right or left ventricle to pulmonary artery
Does Dr. Kwon accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwon accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kwon in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MedImpact
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
OptumRx
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwon's office located?
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 1548465164.
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 Thoracic Surgeon near Boston, MA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. 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 The Miriam Hospital, Emerson Health, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Brigham and Women's 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 Michael Kwon accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
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 (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Kwon?
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