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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwak, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Christine Kwak, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fontana, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Kwak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwak’s office at (619) 543-6312.
What languages does Dr. Kwak speak?
Dr. Kwak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwak treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kwak 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. Kwak. 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:
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Broken Left Shin Bone
- Broken Shin Bone
- Right Thigh Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibia Fracture
- Fibula Fracture
- Lower Leg Bone Break
- Left Tibia Fracture
- Left Lower Leg Break
- Shin Bone Injury
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
- Right Femur Fracture
- Broken Right Thigh Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82891D: Other fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82202D: Unspecified fracture of shaft of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S82142A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S7291XK: Unspecified fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with nonunion
Also known as:
- Broken Left Collarbone
- Broken right upper arm bone near the elbow
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Left clavicle fracture
- Fractured left collarbone
- Left collarbone break
- Right humerus fracture
- Elbow area fracture
- Broken arm near elbow
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42002D: Fracture of unspecified part of left clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S42401D: Unspecified fracture of lower end of right humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis-related Left Femur Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Osteoporosis
- Fragility fracture of left femur
- Left femur break due to weak bones
- Pathological left femur fracture
- Left femur bone fracture from osteoporosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M80052A: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, left femur, initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Left Lower Leg
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Left Lower Leg Break
- Left Tibia Fracture
- Left Fibula Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82892D: Other fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Broken Thigh Bone (Lower End)
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Distal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break Near Knee
- Supracondylar Femur Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72401A: Unspecified fracture of lower end of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Broken Ankle (Right Leg)
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Ankle Fracture
- Fractured Ankle
- Trimalleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Healing Fracture of Lower Spine and Pelvis
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Recovering Lower Back Fracture
- Pelvic Fracture Recovery
- Spine Fracture Healing
ICD-10 Codes:
- S329XXD: Fracture of unspecified parts of lumbosacral spine and pelvis, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Which procedures does Dr. Kwak perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christine Kwak may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kwak's office.
Does Dr. Kwak accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6312 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwak accept in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Kwak in Fontana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwak's office located?
What is Dr. Kwak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588655898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwak
What is Dr. Christine Kwak's specialty?
Dr. Kwak is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fontana, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Kwak to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Kwak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwak is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, San Antonio Regional 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 Christine Kwak accepting new patients in Fontana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Kwak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Kwak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwak's office at (619) 543-6312 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Kwak?
Please contact Dr. Kwak's office at (619) 543-6312 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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