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Dr. Thong Nguyen, MD

Dr. Thong Nguyen, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Modesto, CA

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Hospitalist in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Thong Nguyen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Nguyen completed his residency at San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (209) 524-1211.

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

    • Residency: San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | San Joaquin General Hospital/U.C.D. Medical Center

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny

    Is Dr. Nguyen board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Thong Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Thong Nguyen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 524-1211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other PACE

    • AllCare Health

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Thong Nguyen's Primary Practice

    600 Coffee Rd

    Modesto, CA 95355

    (209) 524-1211

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    Dr. Thong Nguyen's Practice 2

    825 Delbon Ave

    Turlock, CA 95382

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    Dr. Thong Nguyen's Practice 3

    1441 Florida Ave

    Modesto, CA 95350

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912965096.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Thong Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Hospitalist near Modesto, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Thong Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Thong Nguyen accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thong Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thong Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (209) 524-1211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thong Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (209) 524-1211 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Nguyen's offices are located in Modesto, CA and Turlock, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thong Nguyen have?

    Dr. Thong Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.