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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kong, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Stephen Kong, DO is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kong’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kong’s office at (516) 663-0333.
What languages does Dr. Kong speak?
Dr. Kong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Kong treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kong 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. Kong. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Dependence on Supplemental Oxygen
- Oxygen Therapy
- Oxygen Therapy Dependence
- Long-term Oxygen Use
- Supplemental Oxygen Need
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9981: Dependence on supplemental oxygen
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Kong perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Kong may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kong's office.
Does Dr. Kong accept my insurance?
Dr. Kong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 663-0333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kong accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Kong in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Kong's office located?
Dr. Stephen Kong's Primary Practice
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103
(516) 663-0333
What is Dr. Kong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790134963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kong
What is Dr. Stephen Kong's specialty?
Dr. Kong is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Kong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Kong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kong is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Stephen Kong accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Kong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Kong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (516) 663-0333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Kong?
Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (516) 663-0333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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