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Who is Dr. Kwong, Internist in Alabaster, AL?
Dr. Donald Kwong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alabaster, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Kwong completed his residency at University Of Alabama Hospital. Dr. Kwong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwong’s office at (205) 664-1331.
Where did Dr. Kwong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Alabama Hospital
Is Dr. Kwong board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Kwong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kwong speak?
Dr. Kwong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kwong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kwong 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. Kwong. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kwong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Kwong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kwong accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 664-1331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwong accept in Alabaster, AL?
Dr. Kwong in Alabaster, AL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Kwong's office located?
Dr. Donald Kwong's Primary Practice
644 2nd St NE Ste 106
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 664-1331
What is Dr. Kwong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356377659.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwong
What is Dr. Donald Kwong's specialty?
Dr. Kwong is a Internist near Alabaster, AL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Donald Kwong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kwong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shelby Baptist Medical Center. 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 Donald Kwong accepting new patients in Alabaster, AL?
Yes, Dr. Donald Kwong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Kwong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office at (205) 664-1331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Kwong?
Please contact Dr. Kwong's office at (205) 664-1331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Kwong have?
Dr. Donald Kwong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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