Summary

Dr. Ka Wai Tam specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. They earned their medical degree and bring expertise in managing a wide range of health conditions across different life stages. Dr. Tam is fluent in Chinese, Spanish, French, and English, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Ka Wai Tam practices at Sequoia Hospital and sees patients at Foster City Medical Center in Foster City, California, as well as Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley in San Diego, California. They focus on treating high blood pressure and pediatric conditions, including hypertensive emergencies that require immediate attention. Dr. Tam performs electrocardiograms to monitor heart health and provides hospice care and life-prolonging treatments for patients with serious illnesses. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, English
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Locations

Dr. Ka Wai W Tam has 2 locations

Foster City Medical Center

1241 E Hillsdale Blvd Ste 270Foster City, CA 94404
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

3811 Valley Centre DrSan Diego, CA 92130

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
Foster City , CAPOMONA , CATuscon , AZTRUCKEE , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ka Wai W Tam

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Capital Health Plan
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • PreferredOne
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ka Wai W Tam has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ka Wai W Tam has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Ka Wai W Tam accepting new patients?
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Dr. Ka Wai W Tam has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ka Wai W Tam affiliated with?
Dr. Ka Wai W Tam is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ka Wai W Tam?
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Where is Dr. Ka Wai W Tam's office located?
Dr. Ka Wai W Tam's office is located at 1241 E Hillsdale Blvd Ste 270, Foster City, CA, 94404.

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