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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tam, Cardiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Kenneth Tam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Tam graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Westchester Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office at (212) 233-8813.
Where did Dr. Tam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Westchester Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Med Center | St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Tam board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Tam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Tam typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tam 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. Tam. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Tam typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Tam may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Tam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 233-8813 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Tam in New York, NY 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)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tam affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467482703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tam
What is Dr. Kenneth Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Cardiologist near New York, NY.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is Dr. Kenneth Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical 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 Dr. Kenneth Tam accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (212) 233-8813 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (212) 233-8813 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
Dr. Tam's office is located in New York, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Tam have?
Dr. Kenneth Tam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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