23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tang, Internist in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Ricky Tang, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tang graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Pa Hospital-Uphs, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tang’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tang’s office at (951) 683-6370.
Where did Dr. Tang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pa Hospital-Uphs, Internal Medicine | Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Tang board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ricky Tang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tang speak?
Dr. Tang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tang treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tang 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. Tang. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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 Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Tang perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ricky Tang 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tang's office.
Does Dr. Tang accept my insurance?
Dr. Tang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 683-6370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tang accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Tang in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Community Health Plan
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tang's office located?
What is Dr. Tang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154305639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tang
What is Dr. Ricky Tang's specialty?
Dr. Tang is a Internist near Riverside, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Tang to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ricky Tang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tang is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, UCI 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
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Is Ricky Tang accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ricky Tang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricky Tang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tang's office at (951) 683-6370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricky Tang?
Please contact Dr. Tang's office at (951) 683-6370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricky Tang have?
Dr. Ricky Tang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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