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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wang, Thoracic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. William Wang, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wang completed his residency at Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Wang is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (858) 824-5363.
Where did Dr. Wang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Hebei Med Coll, Shi-Jiazhuang, Hebei, China
What languages does Dr. Wang speak?
Dr. Wang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Wang treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Wang perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. William Wang may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wang's office.
Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?
Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 824-5363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Wang in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wang's office located?
What is Dr. Wang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033116223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wang
What is Dr. William Wang's specialty?
Dr. Wang is a Thoracic Surgeon near La Jolla, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Wang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wang is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 William Wang accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Wang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Wang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (858) 824-5363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Wang?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (858) 824-5363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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