Summary

Dr. Benedict Tiong specializes in rheumatology and internal medicine, bringing 14 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. His extensive training has equipped him with deep expertise in diagnosing and treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues.

Dr. Tiong practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Monica and Los Angeles, with affiliations at Harbor UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. He focuses on treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and immune system disorders. His approach includes comprehensive blood testing and specialized immunology evaluations to accurately diagnose and monitor his patients' conditions. He also performs creatinine tests to assess kidney function, which is particularly important for patients with autoimmune diseases.

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Quick Facts

  • 19 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • Rheumatology UCLA Medical Center - Rheumatology
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Santa Monica Rheumatology

2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Accepts New Patients
19 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
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Santa Monica , CALos Angeles , CAMonterey Park , CAPasadena , CA
Med School: MD New York Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Benedict Tiong

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

Benedict Tiong has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Benedict Tiong has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Rheumatologist
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Benedict Tiong holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Rheumatology UCLA Medical Center - Rheumatology in 2018.

Residency

Completed their residency at Internal Medicine Harbor - UCLA Medical Center in 2016.

Medical School

Graduated from MD New York Medical College in 2013 and MS Tulane University School of Medicine in 2007.

NPI Number

Benedict Tiong's NPI number is 1629415047.

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Benedict Tiong is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.

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