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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tung, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Poyee Tung, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tung completed her residency at Scripps Clinic, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tung’s office.
Where did Dr. Tung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Clinic, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Tung board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Poyee Tung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tung speak?
Dr. Tung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Tung treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Other Specific Reasons
- Health Screening
- Specific Reason Medical Check-up
- Observation for Specific Concerns
- Targeted Health Evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0489: Encounter for examination and observation for other specified reasons
Also known as:
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Which procedures does Dr. Tung perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Poyee Tung 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tung's office.
Does Dr. Tung accept my insurance?
Dr. Tung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tung accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tung in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1366457921.
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. Poyee Tung's specialty?
Dr. Tung is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Tung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Poyee Tung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tung is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Poyee Tung accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Poyee Tung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Poyee Tung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tung's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Poyee Tung?
Please contact Dr. Tung's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Poyee Tung have?
Dr. Poyee Tung is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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