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Dr. Linh Thong, MD

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thong, Nephrologist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Linh Thong, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Thong graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Thong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thong’s office at (714) 639-4901.

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

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    What languages does Dr. Thong speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thong treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Thong 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. Thong. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Inflammation
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Chronic Glomerulonephritis
    • Long-term Kidney Inflammation
    • Chronic Nephritis
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N039: Chronic nephritic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Kidney Function Test
    • Kidney Disease
    • Irregular Kidney Function Study
    • Unusual Kidney Exam
    • Kidney Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies

    Also known as:

    • Repeated Blood in Urine from Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria with Glomerular Disease
    • Kidney-related Hematuria
    • Persistent Blood in Urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N028: Recurrent and persistent hematuria with other morphologic changes

    Which procedures does Dr. Thong perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Linh Thong may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thong's office.

    Does Dr. Thong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 639-4901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thong accept in Orange, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thong's office located?

    Dr. Linh Thong's Primary Practice

    705 W La Veta Ave Ste 107

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 639-4901

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    Dr. Linh Thong's Practice 2

    520 Superior Ave Ste 340

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

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

    Dr. Thong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154510386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thong?

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

    What is Dr. Linh Thong's specialty?

    Dr. Thong is a Nephrologist near Orange, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Thong to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Linh Thong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thong is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Linh Thong accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Linh Thong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Linh Thong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thong's office at (714) 639-4901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Linh Thong?

    Please contact Dr. Thong's office at (714) 639-4901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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