Overview
Caroline Hwang is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California.
Dr. Hwang is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
16105 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 230, Irvine, CA 92618
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Caroline Hwang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Hwang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Caroline Hwang by calling their office at 949-612-9090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Caroline Hwang a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Caroline Hwang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Crohn's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Caroline Hwang specialize in?
While Dr. Caroline Hwang is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Caroline Hwang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Caroline Hwang has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Caroline Hwang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Caroline Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. Caroline Hwang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-612-9090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Hwang isDistinguished. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Hwang isDistinguished. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Advanced
- ColitisDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- DiarrheaDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- IndigestionDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MalnutritionDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.