Dr. Lawrence Kong, MD
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Lawrence Kong
Lawrence Kong, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in Fontana, CA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
36
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School
Class of 1990
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | G75183 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Lawrence Kong
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Lawrence Kong is an established thoracic surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 1990. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including Kaiser Foundation Hospital Fontana/ontario in Fontana, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689741407, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Lawrence Kong received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 92335
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Lawrence Kong
What does Dr. Lawrence Kong specialize in?
Dr. Lawrence Kong specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Lawrence Kong practice?
Dr. Lawrence Kong practices at Kaiser Foundation Hospital Fontana/ontario in Fontana, California. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Lawrence Kong accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Lawrence Kong accepts Medicare assignment. Call the practice directly to confirm Medicare acceptance for your specific plan.
What is Dr. Lawrence Kong's NPI number?
Dr. Lawrence Kong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689741407. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Lawrence Kong been practicing?
Dr. Lawrence Kong has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 1990.