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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tam, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Eric Tam, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office at (323) 865-3105.
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 Dr. Tam treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute promyelocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
- CMML
- Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- APL Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia M3
- Promyelocytic Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
- C9310: Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9240: Acute promyelocytic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
- D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Acute Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AMML
- AML M4
- Myelomonocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9250: Acute myelomonocytic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tam perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Tam 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tam's office.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 865-3105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tam in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Heritage Health
Kern Health Systems
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
Dr. Eric Tam's Primary Practice
1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2424
Los Angeles, CA 90089
(323) 865-3105
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 1053739805.
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. Eric Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Tam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center 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 Eric Tam accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (323) 865-3105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (323) 865-3105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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