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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wong, Medical Oncologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Risa Wong, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wong’s office at (412) 692-4724.
What languages does Dr. Wong speak?
Dr. Wong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Wong typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Wong typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Risa Wong may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Wong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wong accept my insurance?
Dr. Wong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 692-4724 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wong accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Wong in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Wong's office located?
Dr. Risa Wong's Primary Practice
5230 Centre Ave Ste 509
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 692-4724
What is Dr. Wong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023499688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wong
What is Dr. Risa Wong's specialty?
Dr. Wong is a Medical Oncologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Risa Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wong is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Indiana Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Risa Wong accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Risa Wong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Risa Wong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (412) 692-4724 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Risa Wong?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (412) 692-4724 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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