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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tavares, Internist in Hyannis, MA?
Dr. Joao Tavares, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hyannis, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tavares completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Tavares is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavares’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavares’s office.
Where did Dr. Tavares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Infectious Diseases
Medical School: University De Coimbra- Fac De Med- Coimbra- Portugal
Is Dr. Tavares board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joao Tavares, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tavares speak?
Dr. Tavares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tavares typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tavares typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joao Tavares may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tavares accept my insurance?
Dr. Tavares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tavares accept in Hyannis, MA?
Dr. Tavares in Hyannis, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tavares affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tavares has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tavares's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245227925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavares
What is Dr. Joao Tavares's specialty?
Dr. Tavares is an Internist near Hyannis, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Joao Tavares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tavares is affiliated with Concord Hospital – Laconia, Boston Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Joao Tavares accepting new patients in Hyannis, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joao Tavares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joao Tavares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joao Tavares?
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
Dr. Tavares' offices are located in Hyannis, MA and Falmouth, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joao Tavares have?
Dr. Joao Tavares is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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