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Dr. Kaigo Hwang, MD

Templeton, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hwang, Anesthesiologist in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Kaigo Hwang, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Templeton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Hwang graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Ucla Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Family Practice. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (805) 739-3759.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Family Practice

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Hwang board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kaigo Hwang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hwang treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hwang 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. Hwang. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Digestive Disease
    • Gastrointestinal disorders
    • GI problems
    • Stomach and gut issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K9289: Other specified diseases of the digestive system

    Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 739-3759 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Hwang in Templeton, 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 Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CenCal Health

    • Coastal

    • Express Scripts

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?

    Dr. Kaigo Hwang's Primary Practice

    1100 Las Tablas Rd

    Templeton, CA 93465

    (805) 739-3759

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    Dr. Kaigo Hwang's Practice 2

    1400 E Church St

    Santa Maria, CA 93454

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

    Dr. Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982690962.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hwang?

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

    What is Dr. Kaigo Hwang's specialty?

    Dr. Hwang is a Anesthesiologist near Templeton, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Hwang to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kaigo Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kaigo Hwang accepting new patients in Templeton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kaigo Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kaigo Hwang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (805) 739-3759 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kaigo Hwang?

    Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (805) 739-3759 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kaigo Hwang have?

    Dr. Kaigo Hwang is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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