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Dr. Kenneth Tam, MD

Dr. Kenneth Tam, MD

Mission Hills, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tam, Cardiologist in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Kenneth Tam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Tam completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’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. Tam’s office at (818) 365-1339.

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

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md

    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 Dr. Tam 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.

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Tam perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 365-1339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Tam in Mission Hills, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tam's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Tam's Primary Practice

    14901 Rinaldi St Ste 110

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

    (818) 365-1339

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    Dr. Kenneth Tam's Practice 2

    23929 McBean Pkwy Ste 216

    Valencia, CA 91355

    (661) 259-1534

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    What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?An 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 1821081423.

    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 Mission Hills, CA. 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. Tam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Kenneth Tam accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?

    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 (818) 365-1339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Tam?

    Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (818) 365-1339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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