TYLER FONG MD
NPI 1023541646
Anesthesiology in Orlando, FL
About Tyler Fong Md NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
TYLER FONG MD (NPI 1023541646) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Orlando, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME151110) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2017).
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses 2
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Other Identifiers 1
Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS
Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.
Medicare Enrollment Status
Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment
Tyler Fong Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Anesthesia for open or endoscopic total shoulder joint replacement
Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones
Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint
Anesthesia for other procedure or exam of knee joint using an endoscope
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand
Anesthesia for total hip replacement
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus)
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve)
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement
Anesthesia for total shoulder joint replacement, either open or endoscopic, involves using medications to block pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (only the area being operated on is numbed). This ensures comfort and stillness, facilitating a successful procedure.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on forearm, wrist, or hand bones involves administering medications to block sensation in the specific area. It ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be local (numbing a small area) or regional (numbing a larger part of the body).
This service was performed 17 times for 17 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsAnesthesia for a procedure on the arm bone or shoulder joint involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during surgery. This ensures you feel no pain during the procedure. It's a common and safe practice in medical surgeries.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsAnesthesia for a knee joint procedure or exam using an endoscope involves administering medication to numb the area or put you in a sleep-like state. This ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. The endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, allows the doctor to view the knee joint internally without making large incisions.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsAnesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
This service was performed 57 times for 56 patientsAnesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsAnesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
This service was performed 33 times for 33 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
This service was performed 52 times for 52 patientsThis procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.
This service was performed 37 times for 32 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
This service was performed 70 times for 69 patientsUltrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
This service was performed 26 times for 23 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Tyler Fong is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UF HEALTH SHANDS HOSPITAL | 1600 SW ARCHER RD GAINESVILLE, FL 32610 | (352) 265-8000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 19 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
ORLANDO, FL 32806
ORLANDO, FL 32806
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1023541646, enumerated as an "individual" on April 10, 2017.
The provider is located at 62 COLUMBIA ST ORLANDO, FL 32806 and the phone number is (321) 214-4903.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Tyler Fong is affiliated with: UF HEALTH SHANDS HOSPITAL.
