Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Truong, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tam Truong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Truong graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program. Dr. Truong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Truong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Truong’s office at (281) 296-8788.
Where did Dr. Truong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Truong speak?
Dr. Truong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Truong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Truong 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. Truong. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Truong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tam Truong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Truong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Truong accept my insurance?
Dr. Truong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 296-8788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Truong accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Truong in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Truong's office located?
Dr. Tam Truong also offers virtual visits
Dr. Tam Truong's Primary Practice
14248 Bellaire Blvd Ste 111
Houston, TX 77083
(281) 296-8788
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Tam Truong?
Dr. Truong has appointments available at his Houston, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Truong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Truong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104083039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Truong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Truong
What is Dr. Tam Truong's specialty?
Dr. Truong is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Tam Truong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Truong is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Christus Highland Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tam Truong accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tam Truong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tam Truong offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Truong, or call (281) 296-8788 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Tam Truong?
Yes, Dr. Truong offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Truong, or call (281) 296-8788 for more information.
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