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Who is Dr. Tam, Cardiologist in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Edlira Tam, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tam is fluent in English, 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 (626) 432-7333.
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tam treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tam perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edlira Tam may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (626) 432-7333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Tam in East Setauket, 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
Department of Veterans Affairs
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
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 1265850093.
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. Edlira Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Cardiologist near East Setauket, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Tam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edlira Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Stony Brook University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Edlira Tam accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. Edlira Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edlira Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (626) 432-7333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edlira Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (626) 432-7333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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