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Dr. William Tong, MD
Watsonville, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Tong, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Watsonville, CA?
Dr. William Tong, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Watsonville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tong graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Columbia Presby-St Luke'S M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (831) 722-1444.
Where did Dr. Tong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Columbia Presby-St Luke'S M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Univ of British Columbia/BC Children's Hospital
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
What languages does Dr. Tong speak?
Dr. Tong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Tong typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Tong 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. Tong. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Tong typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. William Tong may include:
Please contact Dr. Tong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tong accept my insurance?
Dr. Tong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 722-1444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tong accept in Watsonville, CA?
Dr. Tong in Watsonville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
MultiPlan Corporation
Santa Cruz County
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Where is Dr. Tong's office located?
What is Dr. Tong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457354110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tong
What is Dr. William Tong's specialty?
Dr. Tong is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Watsonville, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. William Tong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 William Tong accepting new patients in Watsonville, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Tong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Tong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (831) 722-1444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Tong?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (831) 722-1444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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