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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Huang, Transplant Surgeon in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. James Huang, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Huang graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL. Dr. Huang is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huang’s office at (813) 844-5544.
Where did Dr. Huang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Huang speak?
Dr. Huang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Huang typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Huang 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. Huang. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Huang typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Huang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Huang. 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:
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter
- PD Catheter Placement
- Dialysis Access Surgery
- Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49421: Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter for dialysis, open
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Catheter Revision
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Keyhole Catheter Adjustment
- Peritoneal Catheter Revision
- Laparoscopic Cannula Repair
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49325: Laparoscopy, surgical; with revision of previously placed intraperitoneal cannula or catheter, with removal of intraluminal obstructive material if performed
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Huang accept my insurance?
Dr. Huang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 844-5544 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huang accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Huang in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Huang's office located?
Dr. James Huang's Primary Practice
14131 Metropolis Ave Ste 103
Fort Myers, FL 33912
(813) 844-5544
What is Dr. Huang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871597708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huang
What is Dr. James Huang's specialty?
Dr. Huang is a Transplant Surgeon near Fort Myers, FL.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. James Huang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Huang is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital, Morton Plant 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 James Huang accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. James Huang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Huang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huang's office at (813) 844-5544 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Huang?
Please contact Dr. Huang's office at (813) 844-5544 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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