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Dr. Filemon Tan, MD

Rheumatology* Age 61
Dr. Filemon Tan, MD
4.6 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Filemon Tan, MD is a Rheumatologist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Filemon Tan, MD
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Dr. Filemon Tan, MD

Rheumatology* Age 61
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Filemon Tan, MD is a Rheumatologist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. Tan graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1990 and completed a residency at University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine.Dr. Filemon Tan, MD is a Rheumatologist in Houston, TX and has 34 years experience. Dr. Tan currently practices at UT Physicians Center for Autoimmunity and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. Dr. Tan has experience treating conditions like Osteoporosis, Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tan received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Tan's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Tan is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Fever
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Gout
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Behçet's Disease
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
De Quervain's Disease
Dermatomyositis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Felty's Syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Pyogenic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Sarcoid Arthropathy
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Still's Disease
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Vasculitis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Peripheral Nerve Block
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Preferred PPO
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    Blue Choice
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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  • Houston Area HMO-Standard
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 UT Physicians Center for Autoimmunity
    6410 Fannin St Ste 450, Houston, TX 77030
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4.6
Based on 8 Reviews
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Aug 01, 2024
I’d give Dr Tan more stars, if I could! Quite easily one of the very best doctors I’ve ever seen. He explains things so very clearly, and has a fantastic bedside manner. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Lisa — Aug 01, 2024
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine
    1998
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Filemon Tan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tan's profile.

Dr. Tan frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoporosis, Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Filemon Tan, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Filemon Tan, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital

    1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX