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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tong, Internist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Anhtuan Tong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tong graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center Program. Dr. Tong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tong’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (310) 856-4944.
Where did Dr. Tong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tong board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Anhtuan Tong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tong speak?
Dr. Tong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Tong treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Low BP
- Reduced blood pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R031: Nonspecific low blood-pressure reading
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Genetic White Blood Cell Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Genetic Disorder
- MYH9-related disorder
- Inherited leukocyte defects
- Genetic blood cell abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- D720: Genetic anomalies of leukocytes
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Which procedures does Dr. Tong perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anhtuan Tong 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tong's office.
Does Dr. Tong accept my insurance?
Dr. Tong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 856-4944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tong accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Tong in Torrance, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tong's office located?
Dr. Anhtuan Tong's Primary Practice
3584 Redondo Beach Blvd
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 856-4944
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 1508953936.
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. Anhtuan Tong's specialty?
Dr. Tong is a Internist near Torrance, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Tong to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Anhtuan Tong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tong is affiliated with Torrance Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Anhtuan Tong accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Anhtuan Tong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anhtuan Tong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (310) 856-4944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anhtuan Tong?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (310) 856-4944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anhtuan Tong have?
Dr. Anhtuan Tong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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