23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Truong, Internist in Union City, CA?
Dr. Kenneth Tuong Truong, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Union City, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Truong graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanante. Dr. Truong is fluent in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Truong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Truong’s office at (510) 441-8600.
Where did Dr. Truong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanante
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine | Pacific State Medical University
What languages does Dr. Truong speak?
Dr. Truong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Truong typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Truong 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. Truong. 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 here.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Truong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Tuong Truong 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. Truong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Truong accept my insurance?
Dr. Truong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 441-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Truong accept in Union City, CA?
Dr. Truong in Union City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Truong's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Tuong Truong's Primary Practice
33509 Western Ave
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 441-8600
What is Dr. Truong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Truong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376690024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Truong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Truong
What is Dr. Kenneth Tuong Truong's specialty?
Dr. Truong is a Internist near Union City, CA.
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. Kenneth Tuong Truong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Truong is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kenneth Tuong Truong accepting new patients in Union City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Tuong Truong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Tuong Truong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Truong's office at (510) 441-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Tuong Truong?
Please contact Dr. Truong's office at (510) 441-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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