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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fong, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Stewart Fong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Fong completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, 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 (510) 318-5800.
Where did Dr. Fong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Fong board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Stewart Fong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fong speak?
Dr. Fong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fong typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Stewart Fong 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. 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 (510) 318-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fong accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Fong in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Chinese Community Health Plan
Contra Costa
Medicare
State of California
Sunrise Community Health
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Where is Dr. Fong's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Fong affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Eden Medical Center,Castro Valley, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Eden Medical Center,Castro Valley, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
What is Dr. Fong's NPI number?A 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 1659459436.
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. Stewart Fong's specialty?
Dr. Fong is an Internist near Oakland, 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 Dr. Stewart Fong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fong is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden 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
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Is Dr. Stewart Fong accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stewart Fong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stewart Fong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (510) 318-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stewart Fong?
Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (510) 318-5800 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Fong's office located?
Dr. Fong's office is located in Oakland, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stewart Fong have?
Dr. Stewart Fong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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