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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwa, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine. Dr. Kwa graduated from University of Malaya and completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pulmonary Diseases; Metrowest M C-Framinghm Union, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kwa is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwa’s office at (508) 383-1525.
Where did Dr. Kwa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pulmonary Diseases; Metrowest M C-Framinghm Union, Internal Medicine | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: University Malaya- Fac Perubatan- Kuala Lumpur- Malaysia | University of Malaya
Is Dr. Kwa board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kwa speak?
Dr. Kwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Kwa treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kwa 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. Kwa. 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Smoker's cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-term bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J410: Simple chronic bronchitis
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Long-term Bronchitis
- Persistent Bronchitis
- Inflamed Airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J411: Mucopurulent chronic bronchitis
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kwa perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kwa's office.
Does Dr. Kwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 383-1525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwa accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kwa in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kwa's office located?
What is Dr. Kwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932119005.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwa
What is Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa's specialty?
Dr. Kwa is a Internist near Boston, MA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kwa to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwa is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital 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 Sew-Leong Kwa accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwa's office at (508) 383-1525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sew-Leong Kwa?
Please contact Dr. Kwa's office at (508) 383-1525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa have?
Dr. Sew-Leong Kwa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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