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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. Dr. Kwak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kwak typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Broken Left Shin Bone
- 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
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
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kwak typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kwak 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
- Broken Ankle Surgery
- Malleolar Fracture Fixation
- Open Ankle Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed
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
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christine Kwak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwak is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare 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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