Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tieng, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Nelson Tieng, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Tieng completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Emergency Medicine; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tieng is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tieng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tieng’s office at (718) 960-1400.
Where did Dr. Tieng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Emergency Medicine; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Tieng board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Tieng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tieng speak?
Dr. Tieng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tieng typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tieng 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. Tieng. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tieng typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nelson Tieng may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tieng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tieng accept my insurance?
Dr. Tieng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 960-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tieng accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Tieng in Bronx, 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
Allied National
Amida Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Tieng's office located?
What is Dr. Tieng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tieng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497822449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tieng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tieng
What is Dr. Nelson Tieng's specialty?
Dr. Tieng is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Nelson Tieng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tieng is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nelson Tieng accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Tieng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Tieng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tieng's office at (718) 960-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Tieng?
Please contact Dr. Tieng's office at (718) 960-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Tieng have?
Dr. Nelson Tieng is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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