Dr. Dean Fong, MD

Bronx, NY

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Fong, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

Dr. Dean Fong, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Fong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fong’s office at (201) 947-8282.

Where did Dr. Fong go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine

Is Dr. Fong board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Dean Fong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Fong speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fong typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fong 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. Fong. 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:

Sore Throat
Acute pharyngitis
Throat inflammation
Acute throat infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

Also known as:

COVID-19
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
Coronavirus Disease 2019
SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Novel Coronavirus

ICD-10 Codes:

U071: COVID-19

Also known as:

Other General Medical Examination
Health Checkup
General Health Checkup
Comprehensive Medical Exam
Miscellaneous Physical Exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z008: Encounter for other general examination

Also known as:

Sinusitis
Sinus Infection
Rhinosinusitis
Acute Sinus Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

Also known as:

Urinary Tract Infection
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection

ICD-10 Codes:

N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

Also known as:

Acute Bronchitis
Chest cold
Short-term bronchitis
Acute chest infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

Also known as:

Acute Cough
Cough
Sudden cough
Short-term cough
New cough

ICD-10 Codes:

R051: Acute cough

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fong typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dean Fong may include:

Please contact Dr. Fong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Fong accept my insurance?

Dr. Fong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 947-8282 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Fong accept in Bronx, NY?

Dr. Fong in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation

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Where is Dr. Fong's office located?

Dr. Dean Fong's Primary Practice

4422 3rd Ave

Bronx, NY 10457

(201) 947-8282

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Dr. Dean Fong's Practice 2

185 Bridge Plz N Ste 10

Fort Lee, NJ 07024

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What is Dr. Fong's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Fong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326164724.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fong?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fong

What is Dr. Dean Fong's specialty?

Dr. Fong is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

Is Dr. Dean Fong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Fong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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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