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Dr. Kevin Hwang, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hwang, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Kevin Hwang, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, 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 (617) 643-0547.

    What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hwang typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, 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 here.

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hwang typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Hwang may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 643-0547 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Hwang's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (617) 643-0547

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    Dr. Kevin Hwang's Practice 2

    4000 Civic Center Dr Ste 209

    San Rafael, CA 94903

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    Dr. Kevin Hwang's Practice 3

    104 Lynch Creek Way Ste 10

    Petaluma, CA 94954

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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 1518348085.

    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. Kevin Hwang's specialty?

    Dr. Hwang is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Novato Community Hospital, Marinhealth Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. 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 Kevin Hwang accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Kevin Hwang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (617) 643-0547 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kevin Hwang?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (617) 643-0547 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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