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Dr. Benedict Tiong, MD

Dr. Benedict Tiong, MD

Rheumatology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Benedict Tiong, MD is a rheumatologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2013. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540 Santa Monica, CA 90404
Telehealth available
(310) 582-6350

Dr. Tiong is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Tiong specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Tiong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tiong

3.8

16 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 01, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 25, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 17, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Anon – Feb 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Ken – Dec 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Stella – Oct 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Stella – Oct 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Frank Xavier – Mar 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Los Angeles, CA – Feb 10, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Benedict Tiong, MD is a rheumatologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2013. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 2013
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Tiong is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    UCLA Health Santa Monica Rheumatology2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540 Santa Monica, CA 90404
    1

    Practice

    Office200 Medical Plz Ste 365 Los Angeles, CA 90095
    2
    Regents of the University of California5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400 Los Angeles, CA 90045
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

      757 Westwood Plz
      Los Angeles, CA 90095
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      16% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital

      1250 16th St
      Santa Monica, CA 90404
      Recipient of 17
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      14% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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