Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tung, Neurosurgeon in San Diego, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tung?
Dr. Howard Tung, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Tung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Is Dr. Tung board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Howard Tung, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Tung typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Does Dr. Tung accept my insurance?
Dr. Tung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 643-5650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tung accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tung in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tung's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tung affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tung has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tung's NPI number?A 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 1538153341.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tung