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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tzeng, Surgical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tzeng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tzeng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tzeng’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Is Dr. Tzeng board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tzeng speak?
Dr. Tzeng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Tzeng typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Tzeng 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. Tzeng. 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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Tzeng typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Tzeng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tzeng accept my insurance?
Dr. Tzeng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tzeng accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tzeng in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tzeng's office located?
What is Dr. Tzeng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tzeng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164636908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tzeng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tzeng
What is Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng's specialty?
Dr. Tzeng is a Surgical Oncologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tzeng is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center 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 Ching-Wei Tzeng accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tzeng's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ching-Wei Tzeng?
Please contact Dr. Tzeng's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng have?
Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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