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Summary
Dr. James Tam treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, thyroid nodules, and hyperthyroidism, and performs fine needle biopsy, autoinjector, and insulin pen procedures. He practices endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, and internal medicine and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Tam is affiliated with Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center, College Medical Center, and College Hospital Costa Mesa. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine and sees patients in Long Beach and Downey, California. He speaks English and Spanish.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James Kuang Tam has 5 locationsOptum Specialty Care
2699 Atlantic AveLong Beach, CA 90806 Tel: (562) 426-3333
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices
9449 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242 Tel: (800) 823-4040
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 19 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 65 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Long Beach , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Cerritos , CA | Glendale , CA |
| Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Christian Medical College | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kuang Tam
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Kuang Tam has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Kuang Tam has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Dr. James Kuang Tam 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
Medical School
Graduated from University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine in 2007.
NPI Number
Dr. Tam's NPI number is 1629215520.
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- What languages does Dr. James Tam speak?
- Dr. James Tam speaks English and Spanish.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Tam affiliated with?
- Dr. James Tam is affiliated with Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, KAISER PERMANENTE DOWNEY MEDICAL CENTER, College Medical Center, and College Hospital Costa Mesa.
- Where is Dr. James Tam's office located?
- Dr. James Tam's office is located at 2699 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90806.
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