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Dr. Richard Wong, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Elmhurst, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wong, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Richard Wong, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wong graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Emergency Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Wong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wong’s office at (718) 334-3050.

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

    • Residency: Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Emergency Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery | Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Rutgers | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Wong board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wong speak?

    Dr. Wong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wong typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wong typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wong may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 334-3050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wong accept in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Wong in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wong's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wong's Primary Practice

    7901 Broadway Rm A1-9

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (718) 334-3050

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    Dr. Richard Wong's Practice 2

    1275 York Ave

    New York, NY 10065

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    What is Dr. Wong's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457368797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wong?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wong

    What is Dr. Richard Wong's specialty?

    Dr. Wong is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elmhurst, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Richard Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wong is affiliated with Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, Mount Sinai Queens, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Richard Wong accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Wong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (718) 334-3050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Wong?

    Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (718) 334-3050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wong's office located?

    Dr. Wong's offices are located in Elmhurst, NY and New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wong have?

    Dr. Richard Wong is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.