Dr. Yong-Yong Tam, MD
Alameda, CA
43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tam, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alameda, CA?
Dr. Yong-Yong Tam, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alameda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Tam completed her residency at Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year and is currently affiliated with Alameda Hospital. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office at (510) 522-3700.
Where did Dr. Tam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; San Francisco Gen Hosp M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Tam board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yong-Yong Tam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tam typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tam 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. Tam. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tam typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yong-Yong Tam may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 522-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Alameda, CA?
Dr. Tam in Alameda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831150853.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tam
What is Dr. Yong-Yong Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alameda, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Yong-Yong Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yong-Yong Tam accepting new patients in Alameda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yong-Yong Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yong-Yong Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (510) 522-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yong-Yong Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (510) 522-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yong-Yong Tam have?
Dr. Yong-Yong Tam is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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