Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tan, Pediatric Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Weizhen Tan, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tan is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Tan is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Tan speak?
Dr. Tan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Tan typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Tan 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. Tan. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Tan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Weizhen Tan may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Tan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?
Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tan in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Mass General Brigham
Medicaid
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tan's office located?
What is Dr. Tan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952693418.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tan
What is Dr. Weizhen Tan's specialty?
Dr. Tan is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Weizhen Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Weizhen Tan accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
No, Dr. Weizhen Tan is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Weizhen Tan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Weizhen Tan?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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