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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ling, Internist in Natrona Heights, PA?
Dr. Bruce Ling, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Natrona Heights, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ling graduated from University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Ling is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ling’s office at (412) 321-4001.
Where did Dr. Ling go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Ling speak?
Dr. Ling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ling typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ling 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. Ling. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ling typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Ling 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. Ling's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ling accept my insurance?
Dr. Ling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 321-4001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ling accept in Natrona Heights, PA?
Dr. Ling in Natrona Heights, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ling's office located?
Dr. Bruce Ling's Primary Practice
1719 Union Ave Ste A
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(412) 321-4001
What is Dr. Ling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497729636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ling
What is Dr. Bruce Ling's specialty?
Dr. Ling is a Internist near Natrona Heights, PA.
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. Bruce Ling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ling is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Bruce Ling accepting new patients in Natrona Heights, PA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Ling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Ling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (412) 321-4001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Ling?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (412) 321-4001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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