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Who is Dr. Kwauk, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Sam Kwauk, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kwauk is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwauk’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwauk’s office at (212) 226-1177.
Is Dr. Kwauk board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Sam Kwauk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kwauk speak?
Dr. Kwauk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwauk treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kwauk 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. Kwauk. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Lump in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Uncertain Neoplasm
- Growth of Unknown Nature
- Indeterminate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D487: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of other specified sites
Also known as:
- Lipoma in Other Body Areas
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor in various sites
- Benign fatty growth
- Lipoma in unusual locations
- Fatty lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1779: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of other sites
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Which procedures does Dr. Kwauk perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Sam Kwauk may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kwauk's office.
Does Dr. Kwauk accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwauk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 226-1177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwauk accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kwauk in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
Elderplan
Healthfirst
Medicare
Molina
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwauk's office located?
What is Dr. Kwauk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwauk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609811231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwauk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwauk
What is Dr. Sam Kwauk's specialty?
Dr. Kwauk is a Surgeon near New York, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kwauk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sam Kwauk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kwauk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Sam Kwauk accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sam Kwauk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Kwauk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwauk's office at (212) 226-1177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Kwauk?
Please contact Dr. Kwauk's office at (212) 226-1177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sam Kwauk have?
Dr. Sam Kwauk is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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