Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wang, Radiation Oncologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Herbert Wang, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wang graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara and completed his residency at University Of Chicago Medical Center, Clinical Radiation Oncology Residency. He is a member of the PALM BEACH MEDICAL ASSO.. Dr. Wang is fluent in English, Chinese, Mandingo, Niger-Kordofanian languages, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (253) 272-1077.
Where did Dr. Wang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Chicago Medical Center, Clinical Radiation Oncology Residency | University of Chicago Medical Center | University of Chicago Program
Medical School: University of California, Santa Barbara | University of California
Is Dr. Wang board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Wang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wang speak?
Dr. Wang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Mandingo
Niger-Kordofanian languages
Tagalog
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Wang typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Wang typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Herbert Wang may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Wang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?
Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 272-1077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Wang in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
First Administrators
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wang's office located?
Dr. Herbert Wang's Primary Practice
1802 Yakima Ave Ste 103
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 272-1077
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
PALM BEACH MEDICAL ASSO.
Member
What is Dr. Wang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699746081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wang
What is Dr. Herbert Wang's specialty?
Dr. Wang is a Radiation Oncologist near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Herbert Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wang is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor 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 Herbert Wang accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Wang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herbert Wang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (253) 272-1077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Herbert Wang?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (253) 272-1077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Herbert Wang have?
Dr. Herbert Wang is certified by the American Board of Radiology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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