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Dr. Christine Tong, MD

Pediatrician

Harbor City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tong, Pediatrician in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Christine Tong, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Harbor City, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (310) 325-5111.

    Is Dr. Tong board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Tong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tong typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tong 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. Tong. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Tong typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Tong may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tong accept in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Tong in Harbor City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Tong's office located?

    Dr. Christine Tong's Primary Practice

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

    (310) 325-5111

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    Dr. Christine Tong's Practice 2

    5817 Temple City Blvd

    Temple City, CA 91780

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    What is Dr. Tong's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891843868.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tong?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Tong's specialty?

    Dr. Tong is a Pediatrician near Harbor City, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Christine Tong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tong is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Christine Tong accepting new patients in Harbor City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Tong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Tong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (310) 325-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Tong?

    Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (310) 325-5111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tong's office located?

    Dr. Tong's offices are located in Harbor City, CA and Temple City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Tong have?

    Dr. Christine Tong is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.