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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tong, Family Medicine Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Ka-Yan Tong, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tong graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Tong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (504) 885-2535.
Where did Dr. Tong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Tong board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ka-Yan Tong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tong speak?
Dr. Tong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tong typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tong 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. Tong. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tong typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ka-Yan Tong may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Tong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tong accept my insurance?
Dr. Tong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 885-2535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tong accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Tong in Metairie, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tong's office located?
What is Dr. Tong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023275195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tong
What is Dr. Ka-Yan Tong's specialty?
Dr. Tong is a Family Medicine Specialist near Metairie, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ka-Yan Tong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tong is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ka-Yan Tong accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ka-Yan Tong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ka-Yan Tong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (504) 885-2535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ka-Yan Tong?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (504) 885-2535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ka-Yan Tong have?
Dr. Ka-Yan Tong is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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