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Dr. Max Kong, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kong, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Max Kong, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Kong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kong’s office at (916) 973-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Kong speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kong typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kong 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. Kong. 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:

    • Elective Abortion
    • Abortion
    • Planned abortion
    • Voluntary termination of pregnancy
    • Induced abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
    • HPV
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
    • High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
    • Cervical HPV Positive

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive

    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:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Kong typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Max Kong may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 973-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kong accept in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Kong's office located?

    Dept Of Pathology

    2025 Morse Ave

    Sacramento, CA 95825

    (916) 973-5000

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

    Dr. Kong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699918110.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kong?

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

    What is Dr. Max Kong's specialty?

    Dr. Kong is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Max Kong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kong is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center 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 an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Max Kong accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Max Kong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Max Kong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (916) 973-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Max Kong?

    Please contact Dr. Kong's office at (916) 973-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kong's office located?

    Dr. Kong's office is located in Sacramento, CA.