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Dr. Ernest Hong, MD

Reno, NV

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hong, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Ernest Hong, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Hong graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Hong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hong’s office.

    Where did Dr. Hong go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Or Hsu

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hong board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Hong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Hong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hong treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hong 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. Hong. 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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Endometriosis
    • Adenomyosis
    • Endometriosis
    • Endometriosis in Uterus
    • Uterine Endometrial Implants
    • Uterine Adenomyosis
    • Endometriosis of Uterine Muscle
    • Internal Endometriosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N8000: Endometriosis of the uterus, unspecified
    • N8003: Adenomyosis of the uterus

    Also known as:

    • Cesarean Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Early Cervical Cancer
    • Cervical Cancer
    • Carcinoma in situ of cervix
    • Precancerous cervical cells
    • Non-invasive cervical cancer
    • Stage 0 cervical cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D069: Carcinoma in situ of cervix, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Does Dr. Hong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hong 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. Hong accept in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Hong in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Chevron

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • Renown Health / Hometown Health

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hong's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Hong's Primary Practice

    1155 Mill St

    Reno, NV 89502

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    Dr. Ernest Hong's Practice 2

    77 Pringle Way Washoe Medical Center

    Reno, NV 89502

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    What is Dr. Hong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255374419.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hong?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hong

    What is Dr. Ernest Hong's specialty?

    Dr. Hong is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Reno, NV. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Hong to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Hong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hong is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Valley Health 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 Ernest Hong accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Hong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Hong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hong's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Hong?

    Please contact Dr. Hong's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ernest Hong have?

    Dr. Ernest Hong is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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