Dr. Christina Kong, MD
Pleasanton, CA
27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kong, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Christina Kong, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Kong graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Cytopathology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kong’s office at (650) 723-7211.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kong?
Dr. Christina Kong, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kong empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Pathology, Gynecologic Pathology, Head & Neck Pathology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pleasanton, CA community, Dr. Kong is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center CA | Stanford University School of Medicine CA | Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA | UCSF Medical Center, San Francisco, CA
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Cytopathology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Kong board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Kong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology , American Board of Pathology since 1999, American Board of Pathology since 2000, American Board of Pathology since 2014
What languages does Dr. Kong speak?
Dr. Kong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kong typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kong 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. Kong. 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:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kong typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kong performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kong. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- FNA Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy without Imaging
- Tissue Sample Collection
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10021: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, without imaging guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Kong accept my insurance?
Dr. Kong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-7211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kong accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Kong in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kong's office located?
Dr. Christina Kong's Primary Practice
5555 W Las Positas Blvd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(650) 723-7211
Recognitions
Publications
Long-Term Outcomes of Surgery Followed by Radiation Therapy for Minor Salivary Gland Carcinomas
, 2013
A novel aldehyde dehydrogese-3 activator
, 2013
p16 Is Superior to ProEx C in Identifying High-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesions
, 2013
Laboratory-Developed L1 Sequencing and Type-Specific
, 2013
Loss of the p53/p63 target PERP
, 2013
Loss of the p53/p63 target PERP
, 2013
CD44+cells have cancer stem cell-like properties in sopharyngeal carcinoma
, 2012
The diagnostic value of nipple discharge cytology
, 2012
Are Women With Endocervical Adenocarcinoma at Risk for Lynch Syndrome? Evaluation of 101 C
, 2012
Evaluation of ProExC as a Prognostic Marker in Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinomas
, 2012
Validation that Metabolic Tumor Volume Predicts Outcome in Head-and-Neck Cancer
, 2012
Prognostic and Predictive Significance of Plasma HGF and IL
, 2012
Quantitation of Human Papillomavirus D in Plasma of Oropharyngeal Carcinoma Patients
, 2012
Correlation between metabolic tumor volume
, 2011
A Novel Aldehyde Dehydrogese-3 Activator Leads to Adult Salivary Stem Cell Enrichment In Vivo
, 2011
Tumor Galectin-1 Mediates Tumor Growth and Metastasis through Regulation of T-Cell Apoptosis
, 2011
Differentiated (Simplex) Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia
, 2011
MYB Expression and Translocation
, 2011
A Panel of 3 Markers Including p16, ProExC
, 2010
The RGD Domain of Human Osteopontin Promotes Tumor Growth
, 2010
Validation of Lysyl Oxidase As a Prognostic Marker for Metastasis and Survival
, 2009
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS STATUS AND OTHER MOLECULAR PROGNOSTIC MARKERS IN HEAD
, 2009
p16(INK4A) Immunohistochemical Staining May Be Helpful in Distinguishing Branchial Cleft Cysts From
, 2009
Pathology Quiz Case Cholesterol granuloma (CG) of the left maxillary sinus
, 2008
Cytologic Evaluation of Lymphadenopathy Associated With Mycosis Fungoides
, 2008
Diagnostic problems in al pathology
, 2008
Expression and prognostic significance of a panel of tissue hypoxia markers in head-and
, 2007
Role of human papillomavirus in squamous cell metaplasia-dysplasia-carcinoma of the rectum
, 2007
Cytologic diagnosis of columr-cell lesions of the breast
, 2007
p16(INK4A) immunohistochemistry is superior to HPV in situ hybridization for the detection of high
, 2007
Burkitt's lymphoma presenting as a rapidly growing thyroid mass
, 2006
Lysyl oxidase is essential for hypoxia-induced metastasis
, 2006
An evaluation of tumor oxygetion
, 2006
Galectin-1: A link between tumor hypoxia and tumor immune privilege
, 2005
Utility of syndecan-1
, 2005
Cytologic diagnosis of Burkitt lymphoma.
, 2005
Pathologic correlates of false positive breast magnetic resonce imaging findings
, 2005
Endometrial adenocarcinoma associated with subtle lymph-vascular space invasion
, 2005
Identification of hypoxia
, 2004
Laryngeal embryol rhabdomyosarcoma - A case of cervical metastases 13 years after treatment
, 2004
Nodular fasciitis - Diagnosis by fine needle aspiration biopsy
, 2004
Ectopic intrathyroidal thymoma: A case report and review
, 2003
Epithelioid trophoblastic tumor of the uterus in a postmenopausal woman - A case report
, 2000
Utility of CD34 reactivity in evaluating focal nodular hepatocellular lesions sampled by fine
, 2000
INDUCTION OF DONOR-SPECIFIC UNRESPONSIVENESS TO CARDIAC ALLOGRAFTS IN RATS BY PRETRANSPLANT ANTI
, 1990
USE OF ANTI-L3T4 AND ANTI-IA TREATMENTS FOR PROLONGATION OF XENOGENEIC ISLET TRANSPLANTS
, 1988
What is Dr. Kong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538212337.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kong
What is Dr. Christina Kong's specialty?
Dr. Kong is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Pleasanton, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Christina Kong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kong is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Christina Kong accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Kong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Kong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (650) 723-7211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Kong?
Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (650) 723-7211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Kong have?
Dr. Christina Kong is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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