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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. 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 Medicare 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 as an 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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hwang typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hwang typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hwang 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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 Healthcare
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Heritage Health
Humana
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hwang's office located?
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.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
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
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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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