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Who is Dr. Tam, Trauma Surgeon in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Sophia Tam, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (801) 585-1618.
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 Trauma Surgeon, 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 Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Tam perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Tam 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. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 585-1618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Tam in Great Neck, 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
Cambia (Regence)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
Dr. Sophia Tam's Primary Practice
1000 Northern Blvd Ste 380
Great Neck, NY 11021
(801) 585-1618
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 1225425085.
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. Sophia Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Trauma Surgeon near Great Neck, NY. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Tam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sophia Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with OHSU Hospital - Portland, North Shore University 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
Where can I learn more about Trauma Surgeon?
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Is Sophia Tam accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sophia Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sophia Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (801) 585-1618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sophia Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (801) 585-1618 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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