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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. 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, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hwang typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
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:
- 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma of uterus
- Myoma
- Fibromyoma
- Uterine leiomyoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hwang typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Hwang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthRight Group
Heritage Health
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Chenduen Hwang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hwang is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Henry Mayo Newhall 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 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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