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Dr. Michael Fong, MD

Dr. Michael Fong, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fong, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Michael Fong, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fong graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Society of. Dr. Fong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fong’s office at (323) 442-5100.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Rochester - Cardiovascular Diseases

    • Residency: Case Western Reserve University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fong board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Fong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Fong typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Fong 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. Fong. 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:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Fong typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Fong may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fong accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Fong in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fong's office located?

    Dr. Michael Fong's Primary Practice

    1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 442-5100

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    Dr. Michael Fong's Practice 2

    1751 Foothill Blvd

    La Canada, CA 91011

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    Dr. Michael Fong's Practice 3

    1812 Verdugo Blvd

    Glendale, CA 91208

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Cardiology, International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation, Society of

    Member

    Awards

    University of Toronto Entrance Scholarship

    Erindale College In-Course Scholarship

    Golden Key National Honor Society

    Case Western Reserve University Internal Medicine Resident Teacher Aw

    Strong Memorial Hospital, Strong Star Appreciation Award

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

    Dr. Fong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407863756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fong?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Fong's specialty?

    Dr. Fong is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Michael Fong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fong is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michael Fong accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Fong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Fong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Fong?

    Please contact Dr. Fong's office at (323) 442-5100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fong's office located?

    Dr. Fong's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA, La Canada, CA, and Glendale, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Fong have?

    Dr. Michael Fong is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.