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Dr. Michael Tong, MD

Dr. Michael Tong, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Liverpool, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tong, Family Medicine Specialist in Liverpool, NY?

    Dr. Michael Tong, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Liverpool, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Tong graduated from SUNY UPSTATE MED UNIVERSITY and completed his residency at St Josephs Hospital Health Center. Dr. Tong is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tong’s office at (315) 452-2829.

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

    • Residency: St Josephs Hospital Health Center

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | SUNY UPSTATE MED UNIVERSITY

    Is Dr. Tong board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Tong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tong speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tong typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tong typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Tong may include:

    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 (315) 452-2829 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tong accept in Liverpool, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Nascentia Health

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tong's office located?

    Dr. Michael Tong's Primary Practice

    5100 W Taft Rd

    Liverpool, NY 13088

    (315) 452-2829

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    What is Dr. Tong's NPI number?A 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 1124089552.

    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. Michael Tong's specialty?

    Dr. Tong is a Family Medicine Specialist near Liverpool, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tong is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny, Upstate University Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Samaritan 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Michael Tong accepting new patients in Liverpool, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Tong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (315) 452-2829 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Tong's office at (315) 452-2829 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tong's office located?

    Dr. Tong's office is located in Liverpool, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Tong have?

    Dr. Michael Tong is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.