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Dr. James Hong, DPM

Podiatric Surgery ·  Male · Age 41

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(219) 795-3360

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Dr. Hong
(219) 795-3360

Dr. James Hong, DPM is a podiatric surgery specialist in Merrillville, IN and has been practicing for 12 years. He specializes in podiatric surgery.

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(219) 795-3360
Bone & Joint Specialists
9001 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410

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Dr. Hong accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
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Choice Plus POS II
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
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Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
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MultiPlan PPO
PHCS Network PPO
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Sagamore Health Network
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United Healthcare

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No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Hong's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Ankle Sprains and Strains
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hong treats Ankle Sprains and Strains more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Hong treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hong treats Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Hong treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Achilles Tendon Rupture
  • Ankle Sprain
Foot Conditions
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hong treats Foot Conditions more than 97% of his peers

Dr. Hong treats this condition more than 97% of his peers

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Dr. Hong's conditions and procedures:

  • Achilles Tendinitis
  • Achilles Tendon Rupture
  • Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
  • Ankle Arthroscopy
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Ankle Injury
  • Ankle Instability
  • Ankle Laxity
  • Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
  • Ankle Ligament Rupture
  • Ankle Misalignment
  • Ankle Sprain
  • Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
  • Ankle Sprains and Strains
  • Ankle Surgery
  • Avulsion Fracture
  • Bunion
  • Bunion Surgery
  • Calcaneus Fracture
  • Complex Fractures
  • Compound Fracture
  • Compression Fracture
  • Extra-Articular Fracture
  • Flatfoot Correction
  • Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
  • Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
  • Foot and Ankle Disorders
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
  • Foot and Ankle Injuries
  • Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
  • Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Foot Conditions
  • Foot Deformities
  • Foot Fracture
  • Foot Injuries
  • Foot Sprain
  • Fracture
  • Fracture Care
  • Fractured Lower Leg
  • Hammer Toe
  • Intra-Articular Fracture
  • Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
  • Metatarsal Fracture
  • Nail Avulsion and Excision
  • Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Sever's Disease
  • Stress Fracture of Foot
  • Tibia Fracture
  • Toe Fractures

About Me

Care PhilosophyBiography

I enjoy working with my patients from teenagers to senior citizens and believe that all of their conditions and/or injuries need to be addressed and treated quickly and efficiently so we can work together towards a common goal of becoming pain-free.

Specialties

  • Podiatric Surgery

Board Certifications

  • Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine
  • Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery
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Education

2007
North Chicago Va/Mount Sinai Hospital (Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine and Science)
Residency Hospital
2000
Indiana University
Undergraduate School
2007
2000

Languages

  • Chinese
  • Korean
  • Spanish
  • English

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Dr. Hong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hong

4.9

Based on 35 reviews

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1 Star
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Dr. Hong treated my Mother for an ankle fracture. He was very caring and patient with us. He was extremely concerned with making sure my Mother (who is 84 years old and has osteoporosis) healed properly. He even called the rehab facility she was in to make sure she was receiving appropriate care....Read More
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I came to Dr. Hong looking for a second opinion about having surgery and I was pleasantly surprised how knowledgeable he was. Needless to say I chose Dr. Hong to do my surgery and have been highly satisfied with him as my doctor. Everyone I have encountered at his office has been kind and caring,...Read More
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Excellent patient repore. Explained everything very well.
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Awesome, Dr Hong was with me every step of the way. Always there for any questions
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Dr Hong is absolutely fantastic. He took his time to give best advice on surgery for my 14 yr old. He did an amazing job & her feet look great.
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Bone & Joint Specialists

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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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