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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tong, Cardiologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Ann Tong, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tong graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tufts Medical Center Program. Dr. Tong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tong’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (352) 264-2500.
Where did Dr. Tong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tufts Medical Center Program
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tong speak?
Dr. Tong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Tong typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tong 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. Tong. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Tong typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ann Tong may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Tong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tong accept my insurance?
Dr. Tong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 264-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tong accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Tong in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tong's office located?
What is Dr. Tong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902879323.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tong
What is Dr. Ann Tong's specialty?
Dr. Tong is a Cardiologist near Gainesville, FL.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Ann Tong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tong is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ann Tong accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ann Tong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ann Tong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (352) 264-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ann Tong?
Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (352) 264-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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