Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tam, Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Cynthia Tam, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tam graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. She is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, DO. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office at (212) 965-0425.
Where did Dr. Tam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Is Dr. Tam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Tam, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tam 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. Tam. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Cynthia Tam 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. Tam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 965-0425 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Tam 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
Dr. Cynthia Tam's Primary Practice
139 Centre St Ste 709
New York, NY 10013
(212) 965-0425
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Osteopathic Association, DO
Member
What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992871933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tam
What is Dr. Cynthia Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Internist near New York, NY.
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 this Dr. Cynthia Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Cynthia Tam accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cynthia Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (212) 965-0425 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (212) 965-0425 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cynthia Tam have?
Dr. Cynthia Tam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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