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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tan, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Puay Eng Tan, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Tan is fluent in English, Chinese, Malay, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (617) 789-3000.
Where did Dr. Tan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universiti Malaya
Is Dr. Tan board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Puay Eng Tan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Tan speak?
Dr. Tan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Malay
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tan treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Tan 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. Tan. 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.
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Uterine Polyp
- Other Uterine Disorder
- Uterine Disease
- Endometrial Polyp
- Womb Polyp
- Non-inflammatory Uterine Conditions
- Uterine Problems
- Uterine Health Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
- N858: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of uterus
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervix Disorder
- Abnormal Cervical Cells
- Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Abnormal Pap Smear
ICD-10 Codes:
- N879: Dysplasia of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Cervical Inflammation
- Cervix Disorder
- Cervicitis
- Inflamed cervix
- Cervical infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N72: Inflammatory disease of cervix uteri
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Tan perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Puay Eng Tan may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tan's office.
Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?
Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 789-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tan in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tan's office located?
Dr. Puay Eng Tan's Primary Practice
375 Longwood Ave Ste 3
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 789-3000
What is Dr. Tan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235196460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tan
What is Dr. Puay Eng Tan's specialty?
Dr. Tan is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Boston, MA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Tan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Puay Eng Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
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Is Puay Eng Tan accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Puay Eng Tan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Puay Eng Tan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (617) 789-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Puay Eng Tan?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (617) 789-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Puay Eng Tan have?
Dr. Puay Eng Tan is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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