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Dr. Karen Tan, MD

Amsterdam, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tan, Otolaryngologist in Amsterdam, NY?

    Dr. Karen Tan, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Amsterdam, NY. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Tan graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed her residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Otolaryngology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Tan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (518) 842-8185.

    Where did Dr. Tan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Otolaryngology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, General Surgery | Albany Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Tan board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Tan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Tan speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tan treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Frontal Sinusitis
    • Chronic Sphenoid Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Ethmoid sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Chronic forehead sinus infection
    • Persistent frontal sinus inflammation
    • Frontal rhinosinusitis
    • Chronic sphenoid sinus infection
    • Persistent sphenoid sinus inflammation
    • Sphenoid rhinosinusitis
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J321: Chronic frontal sinusitis
    • J323: Chronic sphenoidal sinusitis
    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
    • H6981: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    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:

    • Recurrent Acute Ethmoid Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Recurrent acute ethmoidal sinusitis
    • Repeated ethmoid sinus infection
    • Recurring ethmoid sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0121: Acute recurrent ethmoidal sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Left Ear Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6982: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Sound transmission hearing loss
    • Outer or middle ear hearing loss
    • Temporary hearing loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral

    Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 842-8185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Amsterdam, NY?

    Dr. Tan in Amsterdam, 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

    • CDPHP

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tan's office located?

    Dr. Karen Tan's Primary Practice

    5010 State Highway 30 Ste 204

    Amsterdam, NY 12010

    (518) 842-8185

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    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 1427129071.

    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. Karen Tan's specialty?

    Dr. Tan is a Otolaryngologist near Amsterdam, NY. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Tan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

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    Is Karen Tan accepting new patients in Amsterdam, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Tan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Tan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (518) 842-8185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Tan?

    Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (518) 842-8185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Tan have?

    Dr. Karen Tan is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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