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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tempongko, Rheumatologist in Ventnor City, NJ?
Dr. Paolo Tempongko, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Ventnor City, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tempongko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tempongko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tempongko’s office at (609) 350-6780.
What languages does Dr. Tempongko speak?
Dr. Tempongko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Tempongko typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Tempongko 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. Tempongko. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Tempongko typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paolo Tempongko may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Tempongko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tempongko accept my insurance?
Dr. Tempongko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 350-6780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tempongko accept in Ventnor City, NJ?
Dr. Tempongko in Ventnor City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tempongko's office located?
Dr. Paolo Tempongko's Primary Practice
6725 Ventnor Ave Ste C
Ventnor City, NJ 08406
(609) 350-6780
What is Dr. Tempongko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tempongko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548781644.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tempongko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tempongko
What is Dr. Paolo Tempongko's specialty?
Dr. Tempongko is a Rheumatologist near Ventnor City, NJ.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Paolo Tempongko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tempongko is affiliated with Shore Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Community Medical Center - Toms River, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Redeemer Health 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paolo Tempongko accepting new patients in Ventnor City, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Paolo Tempongko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paolo Tempongko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tempongko's office at (609) 350-6780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paolo Tempongko?
Please contact Dr. Tempongko's office at (609) 350-6780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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