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30 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Tsang, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Hung Tsang, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Dr. Tsang graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Nuclear Medicine; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Mount Zion M C Univ Ca, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsang’s office at (650) 742-2000.
Where did Dr. Tsang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Nuclear Medicine; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Mount Zion M C Univ Ca, Internal Medicine | Kaiser Permanente Med Center
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Tsang board certified in Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hung Tsang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tsang speak?
Dr. Tsang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tsang treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tsang 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. Tsang. 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:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Tsang perform as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hung Tsang may include:
- Abdominal Nuclear Medicine Study
- Brain Perfusion Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scan
- Glucose Metabolic Imaging - FDG
- Hepatobiliary Imaging
- Iodine Treatment
- Nuclear Medicine Consultation
- Nuclear Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tsang's office.
Does Dr. Tsang accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsang accept in South San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Tsang in South San Francisco, 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
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tsang's office located?
Dr. Hung Tsang's Primary Practice
1200 El Camino Real
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 742-2000
What is Dr. Tsang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407934995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsang
What is Dr. Hung Tsang's specialty?
Dr. Tsang is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near South San Francisco, CA. Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Contact Dr. Tsang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hung Tsang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tsang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South San Francisco Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hung Tsang accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hung Tsang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hung Tsang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tsang's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hung Tsang?
Please contact Dr. Tsang's office at (650) 742-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hung Tsang have?
Dr. Hung Tsang is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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