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Dr. Lana Tong, MD

Burlingame, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tong, Dermatologist in Burlingame, CA?

    Dr. Lana Tong, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (650) 652-8310.

    What languages does Dr. Tong speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tong treat?

    As a Dermatologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Facial redness
    • Adult acne
    • Rosy cheeks condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L719: Rosacea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Tong perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Tong 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. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ultraviolet Light Therapy
    • UV Light Treatment
    • Phototherapy
    • Actinotherapy
    • Light Box Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 96900: Actinotherapy (ultraviolet light)

    Also known as:

    • Excimer Laser Treatment for Psoriasis (Small Area)
    • Laser Psoriasis Treatment
    • UVB Laser for Psoriasis
    • Targeted Phototherapy for Psoriasis

    CPT Codes:

    • 96920: Excimer laser treatment for psoriasis; total area less than 250 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Tong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 652-8310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tong's office located?

    Dr. Lana Tong's Primary Practice

    1501 Trousdale Dr Fl 2

    Burlingame, CA 94010

    (650) 652-8310

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    Dr. Lana Tong's Practice 2

    2950 Whipple Ave

    Redwood City, CA 94062

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    Dr. Lana Tong's Practice 3

    1720 El Camino Real Ste 116

    Hillsborough, CA 94010

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    What is Dr. Tong's NPI number?An 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 1386022176.

    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. Lana Tong's specialty?

    Dr. Tong is a Dermatologist near Burlingame, CA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Tong to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tong is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

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    Is Lana Tong accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Lana Tong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (650) 652-8310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lana Tong?

    Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (650) 652-8310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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