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Dr. Cynthia Tung, MD
Boston, MA
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tung, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cynthia Tung, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Tung graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tung is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tung’s office at (617) 355-4147.
Where did Dr. Tung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Tung board certified as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Tung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Tung speak?
Dr. Tung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tung typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tung 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. Tung. 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 pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Post-Traumatic Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
- Headache after injury
- Concussion Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
- G44309: Post-traumatic headache, unspecified, not intractable
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tung typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tung 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. Tung. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Tung accept my insurance?
Dr. Tung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-4147 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tung accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tung 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tung's office located?
What is Dr. Tung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043405400.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tung
What is Dr. Cynthia Tung's specialty?
Dr. Tung is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Cynthia Tung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tung is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Rhode Island Hospital, Emerson Health, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma 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
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Is Cynthia Tung accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Cynthia Tung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cynthia Tung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tung's office at (617) 355-4147 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Tung?
Please contact Dr. Tung's office at (617) 355-4147 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cynthia Tung have?
Dr. Cynthia Tung is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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