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Who is Dr. Syn, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Gene Syn, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Syn graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Syn is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Syn’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syn’s office.
Where did Dr. Syn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Syn board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Gene Syn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Syn speak?
Dr. Syn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Syn treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Syn 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. Syn. 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal Disorder
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Spasm
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Rectal Spasm
- Proctalgia Fugax
- Anal Muscle Spasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K594: Anal spasm
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Contact
- Contact Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
- Dyssynergic Defecation
- Obstructed Defecation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Ischiorectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Rectal Disorder
- Deep Anal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Buttocks
- Ischiorectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6139: Other ischiorectal abscess
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Proctitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Proctitis
- Rectal Inflammation
- Inflammation of the Rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5120: Ulcerative (chronic) proctitis without complications
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Which procedures does Dr. Syn perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Gene Syn may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Syn's office.
Does Dr. Syn accept my insurance?
Dr. Syn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Syn accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Syn in Laguna Hills, 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
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Syn's office located?
Dr. Gene Syn's Primary Practice
23961 Calle de la Magdalena Ste 417
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
What is Dr. Syn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Syn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487842720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Syn
What is Dr. Gene Syn's specialty?
Dr. Syn is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Laguna Hills, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Syn to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gene Syn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Syn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Emanate Health Inter - Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Gene Syn accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gene Syn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gene Syn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Syn's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gene Syn?
Please contact Dr. Syn's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gene Syn have?
Dr. Gene Syn is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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