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Who is Dr. Wong, Internist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Alvin Wong, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wong completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Wong is fluent in English, German, and Panjabi; Punjabi, 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 (480) 882-7410.
Where did Dr. Wong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Wong board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Wong, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wong speak?
Dr. Wong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wong typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wong typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvin Wong 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
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 (480) 882-7410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wong accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Wong in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wong's office located?
What is Dr. Wong's NPI number?An 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 1033105143.
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. Alvin Wong's specialty?
Dr. Wong is a Internist near Scottsdale, AZ.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alvin Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wong is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Abrazo West Campus, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alvin Wong accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Wong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Wong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (480) 882-7410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Wong?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (480) 882-7410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvin Wong have?
Dr. Alvin Wong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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