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Dr. Chenduen Hwang, MD
Van Nuys, CA
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hwang, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Chenduen Hwang, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Hwang graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Hwang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hwang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hwang’s office at (818) 902-2961.
Where did Dr. Hwang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Bjc Hospital | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Natl Taiwan Univ Coll Of Med- Taipei- Taiwan | College of Medicine / National Taiwan University | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hwang board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Chenduen Hwang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Hwang speak?
Dr. Hwang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hwang treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma of uterus
- Myoma
- Fibromyoma
- Uterine leiomyoma
- Leiomyoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Plasma Protein Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Protein Metabolism Problem
- Blood Protein Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8809: Other disorders of plasma-protein metabolism, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Cells in Lung Samples
- Atypical Lung Cells
- Lung Cytology Abnormal
- Cell Changes in Respiratory Samples
ICD-10 Codes:
- R846: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
Also known as:
- Uterine Polyp
- Uterine Disease
- Endometrial Polyp
- Womb Polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Hwang perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chenduen Hwang may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hwang's office.
Does Dr. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 902-2961 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hwang accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Hwang in Van Nuys, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1295795227.
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. Chenduen Hwang's specialty?
Dr. Hwang is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Van Nuys, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Hwang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chenduen Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph 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 Chenduen Hwang accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chenduen Hwang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chenduen Hwang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (818) 902-2961 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chenduen Hwang?
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office at (818) 902-2961 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chenduen Hwang have?
Dr. Chenduen Hwang is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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