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Dr. Duc Duong, MD

Dr. Duc Duong, MD

Neurosurgeon

Downey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Duong, Neurosurgeon in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Duc Duong, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Downey, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Duong graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Duong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duong’s office at (562) 862-1134.

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

    • Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery | George Washington University Med Center | University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals | George Washington University Medical Center | Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals | George Washington University Program A

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Duong board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Duc Duong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Duong speak?

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

    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Duong typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Duong 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. Duong. 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage

    Does Dr. Duong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Duong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 862-1134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Duong accept in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Duong in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Duong's office located?

    Dr. Duc Duong's Primary Practice

    8043 2nd St Ste 105

    Downey, CA 90241

    (562) 862-1134

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    What hospitals are Dr. Duong affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Duong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Harbor - Ucla Medical Center,Torrance, CA
    Los Angeles General Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Duong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598761181.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duong?

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

    What is Dr. Duc Duong's specialty?

    Dr. Duong is a Neurosurgeon near Downey, CA.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Duc Duong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Duong is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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

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    Is Dr. Duc Duong accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Duc Duong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Duc Duong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Duong's office at (562) 862-1134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Duc Duong?

    Please contact Dr. Duong's office at (562) 862-1134 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Duong's office located?

    Dr. Duong's office is located in Downey, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Duc Duong have?

    Dr. Duc Duong is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.