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Dr. Loris Hwang
Adolescent Medicine Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Portland, OR
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hwang, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Loris Hwang is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Hwang completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (310) 825-0867.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hwang?
Dr. Loris Hwang is a highly-rated, board-certified Adolescent Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hwang empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adolescent Gynecology, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland/OR community, Dr. Hwang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hwang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Hwang board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Loris Hwang is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Irregular Periods
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
- Secondary Amenorrhea
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
- Menometrorrhagia
- Irregular Heavy Bleeding
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Absent Periods (Secondary)
- Stopped Periods
- No Periods After Starting
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
- N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle
- N911: Secondary amenorrhea
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Routine IUD Check-up
- Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
- Birth Control
- Regular IUD Check
- Intrauterine Device Routine Exam
- IUD Follow-up Visit
- IUD
- Intrauterine Device
- Coil
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30431: Encounter for routine checking of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z975: Presence of (intrauterine) contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Period Pain
- Menstrual Cramps
- Dysmenorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- First-time Birth Control Pill Prescription
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
- Initial oral contraceptive prescription
- Starting birth control pills
- New birth control pill order
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
- Z30011: Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptive pills
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- History of Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Past UTI
- Previous Bladder Infection
- History of Kidney Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87440: Personal history of urinary (tract) infections
Also known as:
- Infectious and Parasitic Disease
- Infectious Disease
- Parasitic Disease
- Communicable Diseases
- Parasitic Infections
- Contagious Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8619: Personal history of other infectious and parasitic diseases
Also known as:
- History of Other Female Genital Tract Disease
- Past Gynecological Problem
- Previous Female Reproductive Disorder
- History of Uterine Fibroids
- History of Ovarian Cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8742: Personal history of other diseases of the female genital tract
Which procedures does Dr. Hwang perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Loris Hwang may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hwang's office.
Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-0867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Hwang in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Centene
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
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Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?
Dr. Loris Hwang's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(310) 825-0867
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 1851579981.
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. Loris Hwang's specialty?
Dr. Hwang is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Portland, OR. Contact Dr. Hwang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Loris Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA 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
Where can I learn more about Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Loris Hwang accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Loris Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Loris Hwang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (310) 825-0867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Loris Hwang?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (310) 825-0867 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Loris Hwang have?
Dr. Loris Hwang is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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