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Dr. Kathy Tan, MD

Dr. Kathy Tan, MD

Brooklyn, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tan, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Kathy Tan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tan graduated from Zhongshan Medical University and completed her residency at New York University Downtown Hospital. Dr. Tan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (718) 686-6888.

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

    • Residency: New York University Downtown Hospital

    • Medical School: Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences, National | Sun Yat Sen University Of Med Science Guangzhou China | Zhongshan Medical University

    Is Dr. Tan board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathy Tan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tan speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tan treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tan 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. Tan. 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Non-Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Vasomotor rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Non-allergic nasal inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J300: Vasomotor rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Medical Certificate Issuance
    • Miscellaneous Medical Certificate
    • Special Medical Note
    • Other Health Clearance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0279: Encounter for issue of other medical certificate

    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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Contact Dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Skin Rash from Contact
    • Contact Eczema
    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tan perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kathy Tan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tan's office.

    Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 686-6888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Tan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • ASR Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Tan's office located?

    Dr. Kathy Tan's Primary Practice

    5324 7th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

    (718) 686-6888

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

    Dr. Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477521409.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tan?

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

    What is Dr. Kathy Tan's specialty?

    Dr. Tan is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    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. Tan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathy Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kathy Tan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Kathy Tan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathy Tan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (718) 686-6888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathy Tan?

    Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (718) 686-6888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathy Tan have?

    Dr. Kathy Tan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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