Dr. Brenton Tan, MD, PHD
Anatomic Pathologist
,Clinical Informatics Specialist
,Hematopathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Pleasanton, CA
18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tan, Anatomic Pathologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Brenton Tan, MD, PHD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Tan graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Stanford Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Tan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (650) 723-7211.
Where did Dr. Tan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Hospitals and Clinics
Medical School: Ucla School of Medicine Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Tan board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Brenton Tan, MD, PHD 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:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Tan typically treat?
As an Anatomic 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Tan typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brenton 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
Please contact Dr. Tan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?
Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-7211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Tan in Pleasanton, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tan's office located?
Dr. Brenton Tan's Primary Practice
5555 W Las Positas Blvd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(650) 723-7211
Recognitions
Publications
Evaluation of the Beckman Coulter UniCel DxH 800, Beckman Coulter LH 780
, 2011
Evaluation of the Beckman Coulter UniCel DxH 800
, 2011
Anti-CD47 Antibody Synergizes with Rituximab to Promote Phagocytosis
, 2010
The Frequency of Immunoglobulin Heavy Chain Gene
, 2008
The Wilms' tumor gene WT1-GFP knock
, 2007
The cancer stem cell hypothesis: a work in progress
, 2006
The frequency of B- and T-cell gene Rearrangements and Epstein-Barr virus
, 2006
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 1134271232.
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. Brenton Tan's specialty?
Dr. Tan is a Anatomic Pathologist near Pleasanton, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Brenton Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center 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 Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brenton Tan accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brenton Tan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brenton Tan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (650) 723-7211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brenton Tan?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (650) 723-7211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brenton Tan have?
Dr. Brenton Tan is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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