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Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waters-Hwang, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. She is board certified. Dr. Waters-Hwang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waters-Hwang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waters-Hwang’s office at (251) 445-7614.

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

      Is Dr. Waters-Hwang board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Waters-Hwang speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waters-Hwang typically treat?

      As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waters-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. Waters-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 here.

      Also known as:

      • Common Cold
      • Upper Respiratory Infection
      • Head Cold
      • Cold Symptoms
      • Nasal Congestion

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
      • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

      Also known as:

      • Acute Cough
      • Cough
      • Sudden cough
      • Short-term cough
      • New cough

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R051: Acute cough

      Also known as:

      • COVID-19
      • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
      • Coronavirus Disease 2019
      • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
      • Novel Coronavirus

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • U071: COVID-19

      Also known as:

      • Sore Throat
      • Acute pharyngitis
      • Throat inflammation
      • Acute throat infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Type 2 Diabetes
      • Diabetes Type 2
      • Type 2 diabetes
      • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
      • Adult-Onset Diabetes
      • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

      Also known as:

      • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
      • Flu
      • Influenza with Breathing Problems
      • Novel Flu with Cough
      • Severe Flu

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

      Also known as:

      • Nausea and Vomiting
      • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
      • Stomach Flu Symptoms
      • Queasy and Vomiting

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Stuffy Nose
      • Nose Injuries and Disorder
      • Blocked nose
      • Nasal congestion
      • Congested nose

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0981: Nasal congestion

      What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waters-Hwang typically perform?

      As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang may include:

      Please contact Dr. Waters-Hwang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

      Does Dr. Waters-Hwang accept my insurance?

      Dr. Waters-Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 445-7614 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Waters-Hwang accept in Lexington, KY?

      Dr. Waters-Hwang in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

      • Centene Corporation

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Federal government of the United States

      • Humana

      • State of Alabama

      • UMR Administered Payer

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Waters-Hwang's office located?

      Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang's Primary Practice

      1000 S Limestone

      Lexington, KY 40506

      (251) 445-7614

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

      Dr. Waters-Hwang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457333650.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waters-Hwang?

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

      What is Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang's specialty?

      Dr. Waters-Hwang is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.

      What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

      An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

      Is this Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Waters-Hwang is affiliated with Providence Hospital - Mobile, Al 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

      When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dorothy Waters-Hwang accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

      Yes, Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Waters-Hwang's office at (251) 445-7614 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dorothy Waters-Hwang?

      Please contact Dr. Waters-Hwang's office at (251) 445-7614 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang have?

      Dr. Dorothy Waters-Hwang is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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