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Dr. Lynda Tang, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Vancouver, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tang, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Lynda Tang, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tang is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tang’s office at (360) 882-2778.

    What languages does Dr. Tang speak?

    Dr. Tang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tang typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
    • Cancer
    • Malignant tumor
    • Neoplasm
    • Cancer of unknown primary

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Ischemia
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Brain Hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6782: Cerebral ischemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tang typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lynda Tang may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 882-2778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tang accept in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Tang in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Medicare

    • Providence Health & Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tang's office located?

    Dr. Lynda Tang's Primary Practice

    700 NE 87th Ave

    Vancouver, WA 98664

    (360) 882-2778

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    Dr. Lynda Tang's Practice 2

    2415 NE 134th St Ste 301

    Vancouver, WA 98686

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    What is Dr. Tang's NPI number?A 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 1871898254.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tang?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tang

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Lynda Tang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tang is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Lynda Tang accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Lynda Tang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lynda Tang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tang's office at (360) 882-2778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lynda Tang?

    Please contact Dr. Tang's office at (360) 882-2778 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tang's office located?

    Dr. Tang's office is located in Vancouver, WA.