EverydayHealthLogo
HG

Dr. Harlan Gallinger, MD

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gallinger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Harlan Gallinger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gallinger graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Gallinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallinger’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gallinger board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Harlan Gallinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gallinger speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gallinger treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gallinger 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. Gallinger. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Gallinger perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Harlan Gallinger may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gallinger's office.

    Does Dr. Gallinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gallinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gallinger accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Gallinger in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CareOregon

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • Seoul Medical Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Gallinger's office located?

    Dr. Harlan Gallinger's Primary Practice

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    Get Directions

    Dr. Harlan Gallinger's Practice 2

    220 15th Ave SE Ste B

    Puyallup, WA 98372

    (253) 697-5767

    Get Directions

    Dr. Harlan Gallinger's Practice 3

    422 Lilly Rd NE Ste 100

    Olympia, WA 98506

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Gallinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104093251.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallinger?

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

    What is Dr. Harlan Gallinger's specialty?

    Dr. Gallinger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Gallinger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Harlan Gallinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gallinger is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Harlan Gallinger accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Harlan Gallinger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Harlan Gallinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gallinger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Harlan Gallinger?

    Please contact Dr. Gallinger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Harlan Gallinger have?

    Dr. Harlan Gallinger is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

    Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Tacoma, WA

    MF

    Emergency Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Tacoma, WA
    AG

    Emergency Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Tacoma, WA
    JM

    Emergency Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Tacoma, WA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists