Who is Dr. Thong, Internist in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Hiem Thong, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Thong graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thong is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thong’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thong’s office at (912) 691-4100.
Where did Dr. Thong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Memorial Health-University Medical Center/Mercer University School of Medicine (Savannah) Program
Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Is Dr. Thong board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Hiem Thong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thong speak?
Dr. Thong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Thong treat?
As a Internist, 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Thong perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hiem Thong may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (912) 691-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thong accept in Savannah, GA?
Dr. Thong in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thong's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Hiem Thong an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Thong has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Thong, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat 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 1184623993.
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. Hiem Thong's specialty?
Dr. Thong is a Internist near Savannah, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Thong to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Hiem Thong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thong 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
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Is Hiem Thong accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hiem Thong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hiem Thong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thong's office at (912) 691-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hiem Thong?
Please contact Dr. Thong's office at (912) 691-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hiem Thong have?
Dr. Hiem Thong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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