DR. HELEN HYUN KANG MD
NPI 1831367903
Surgery in Los Angeles, CA

NPI Status: Active since February 12, 2008

Contact Information

520 S VIRGIL AVE
STE 505
LOS ANGELES, CA
ZIP 90020
Phone: (213) 388-3550
Fax: (213) 928-4287

Get Directions Write a Review

  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 24
  • Surgery
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About HELEN KANG

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Helen Kang, a provider established in Los Angeles, California with a medical specialization in Surgery and more than 24 years of experience. She graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 2003. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1831367903 assigned on February 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208600000X with license number A103988 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 12 years ago.

NPI
1831367903
Provider Name
DR. HELEN HYUN KANG MD
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
520 S VIRGIL AVE STE 505 LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Location Phone
(213) 388-3550
Location Fax
(213) 928-4287
Mailing Address
520 S VIRGIL AVE STE 505 LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Mailing Phone
(213) 388-3550
Mailing Fax
(213) 928-4287
Medical School Name
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduation Year
2003
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
02-12-2008
Last Update Date
06-07-2014
Code Navigator

A surgeon like Helen Kang treats injuries, diseases, and deformities through surgical operations. A surgeon could correct physical deformities, repair bone and tissue, or perform preventive or elective surgeries. Surgeons also examine patients, perform and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide counsel on preventive healthcare.

Location Map

Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Surgery

Taxonomy Code
208600000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
A103988
License State
CA
Taxonomy Description
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1208600000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Surgery

A103988 (NY)
2390200000XStudent, Health Care

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

234563 (NY)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Additional Identifiers

The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.

Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
0A1039880OTHER (01)CABLUE SHIELD PROVIDER NUMBER
CR961AOTHER (01)MEDICARE PTAN
BA921YMEDICARE PIN (08)CA 
BA921ZMEDICARE PIN (08)CA 
1740516376MEDICAID (05)CA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Helen Kang is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Helen Kang is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 3779645221

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20081218000002

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Mastectomy

A mastectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of all or part of the breast tissue. This is often done to treat or prevent conditions related to abnormal cell growth. There are different types, ranging from removing only the breast tissue to also removing nearby structures. The approach depends on individual health circumstances.

This service was performed for 30 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $24.09 for a new patient copayment and $19.49 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 90020 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $96.36
  • Minimum New Patient Price $62.96
  • Maximum New Patient Price $187.6
  • Average New Patient Copayment $24.09
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.74
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $46.9

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $77.96
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $20.84
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $153.61
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $19.49
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.21
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.4

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Reviews for DR. HELEN HYUN KANG MD

There are currently no reviews for this provider. Be the first person to share your experience with this provider by filling out our review form. Your insights are appreciated and will help others make informed decisions.

NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1831367903, we treat the final digit (3) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 67. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 67 = 3).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
8
Unchanged
Pos 3
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
1
Unchanged
Pos 5
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 6
6
Unchanged
Pos 7
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 8
9
Unchanged
Pos 9
0
Doubled → 0
Check
3
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 3 → 6 3 → 6 7 → 14 → 5 0 → 0

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 6 + 6 + 1 + 4 + 9 + 0 + 24 = 67

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 67 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 67 = 3
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 3, which matches the last digit of 1831367903.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 202
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Family Medicine
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 106
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Chiropractor
520 S VIRGIL AVE, #206
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Specialist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, #203
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Physical Therapist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 401
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology)
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 307
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Chiropractor
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE# 206
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Physical Therapist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, STE 401
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Family Medicine
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 106
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Clinic/Center
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 206
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Acupuncturist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 502
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Acupuncturist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 502
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Orthopaedic Surgery
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 103
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Surgery
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 505
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Internal Medicine
520 S VIRGIL AVE, 507
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Occupational Therapist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, 201
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 501
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 501
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Specialist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, SUITE 501
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020
Physical Therapist
520 S VIRGIL AVE, #401
LOS ANGELES, CA 90020

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831367903, enumerated as an "individual" on February 12, 2008.

The provider is located at 520 S VIRGIL AVE STE 505 LOS ANGELES, CA 90020 and the phone number is (213) 388-3550.

Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.