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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tang, Thoracic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Gilbert Tang, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tang graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine. Dr. Tang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tang’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tang’s office at (212) 659-6800.
Where did Dr. Tang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tang speak?
Dr. Tang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Tang treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Tang 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. Tang. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Floppy mitral valve', 'Barlow's syndrome
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I341: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) prolapse
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Having an Animal Tissue Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
- Bioprosthetic heart valve
- Tissue heart valve
- Animal valve implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
- Z953: Presence of xenogenic heart valve
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Tang perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Gilbert Tang may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tang's office.
Does Dr. Tang accept my insurance?
Dr. Tang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 659-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tang accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Tang in New York, NY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Tang's office located?
What is Dr. Tang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144524349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tang
What is Dr. Gilbert Tang's specialty?
Dr. Tang is a Thoracic Surgeon near New York, NY. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Tang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gilbert Tang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tang is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
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Is Gilbert Tang accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gilbert Tang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gilbert Tang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tang's office at (212) 659-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gilbert Tang?
Please contact Dr. Tang's office at (212) 659-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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