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Dr. Sanda Tan, MD

Pensacola, FL

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tan, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Pensacola, FL?

    Dr. Sanda Tan, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Pensacola, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Tan graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine. Dr. Tan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (850) 494-3749.

    Where did Dr. Tan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tan board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Sanda Tan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tan speak?

    Dr. Tan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tan treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tan diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anal Dysplasia
    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Abnormal anal cells
    • Precancerous anal changes
    • Anal epithelial dysplasia
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6282: Dysplasia of anus
    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Genital Warts
    • Venereal Warts
    • HPV Warts
    • Anogenital Warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal-Intestinal Fistula
    • Colonic Disease
    • Fistulas
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Rectovaginal Fistula
    • Colovaginal Fistula
    • Vaginal Bowel Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N823: Fistula of vagina to large intestine

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Fecal Impaction
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Severe Constipation
    • Impacted Stool
    • Bowel Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5641: Fecal impaction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Anal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Anal Disorder
    • Perianal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket near Anus
    • Anal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K610: Anal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Ileostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Ileostomy Management
    • Small Intestine Stoma Care
    • Ileostomy Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    What procedures does Dr. Tan perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
    • Anal wart removal
    • Destruction of anal condyloma
    • Anal papilloma treatment
    • Anal lesion ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Seton Placement
    • Fistula Seton Insertion
    • Drainage Seton Placement
    • Anal Fistula Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 46020: Placement of seton

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Tumor Removal Through Anus
    • Transanal tumor excision
    • Full thickness rectal resection
    • Rectal cancer surgery via anus

    CPT Codes:

    • 45172: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; including muscularis propria (ie, full thickness)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Removal of Anal Warts
    • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
    • Rectal exam with general anesthesia
    • Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

    CPT Codes:

    • 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Scope with Tissue Sample
    • Rectal Biopsy
    • Anorectal Exam with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 46606: Anoscopy; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
    • Nerve Stimulator Implant
    • Sacral Neuromodulation Device
    • Gastric Stimulator Placement
    • Peripheral Nerve Stimulator

    CPT Codes:

    • 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 494-3749 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Pensacola, FL?

    Dr. Tan in Pensacola, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dollar General

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tan's office located?

    Dr. Sanda Tan's Primary Practice

    2130 E Johnson Ave Ste 130

    Pensacola, FL 32514

    (850) 494-3749

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    Dr. Sanda Tan's Practice 2

    1600 SW Archer Rd Ste 6164

    Gainesville, FL 32610

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    Dr. Sanda Tan's Practice 3

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    What is Dr. Tan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043422421.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tan

    What is Dr. Sanda Tan's specialty?

    Dr. Tan is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Pensacola, FL. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Tan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sanda Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans, Touro Infirmary LCMC Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

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    Is Sanda Tan accepting new patients in Pensacola, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Sanda Tan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sanda Tan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (850) 494-3749 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sanda Tan?

    Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (850) 494-3749 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sanda Tan have?

    Dr. Sanda Tan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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