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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fong, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tamara Fong, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Fong graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Neurology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fong’s office at (617) 667-4074.
Where did Dr. Fong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Neurology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Fong board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Fong, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Fong speak?
Dr. Fong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Fong typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Fong 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. Fong. 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:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Long COVID
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Post-COVID Syndrome
- Long-Haul COVID
- Chronic COVID
ICD-10 Codes:
- U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trouble with Attention and Focus
- Mental Disorder
- Concentration issues
- Difficulty focusing
- Attention deficit
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41840: Attention and concentration deficit
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Fong typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tamara Fong may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Fong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fong accept my insurance?
Dr. Fong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-4074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fong accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Fong in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Fong's office located?
What is Dr. Fong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346279890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fong
What is Dr. Tamara Fong's specialty?
Dr. Fong is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Tamara Fong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fong is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Tamara Fong accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Fong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Fong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (617) 667-4074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Fong?
Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (617) 667-4074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Fong have?
Dr. Tamara Fong is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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