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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanchez, Hospitalist in Port Jefferson, NY?
Dr. Christopher Tanchez, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Port Jefferson, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tanchez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanchez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanchez’s office at (631) 463-1320.
What languages does Dr. Tanchez speak?
Dr. Tanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tanchez treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Tanchez 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. Tanchez. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Tanchez perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Tanchez may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tanchez's office.
Does Dr. Tanchez accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 463-1320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanchez accept in Port Jefferson, NY?
Dr. Tanchez in Port Jefferson, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Hearth Hospice
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tanchez's office located?
Dr. Christopher Tanchez's Primary Practice
75 N Country Rd
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
(631) 463-1320
What is Dr. Tanchez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073001251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanchez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanchez
What is Dr. Christopher Tanchez's specialty?
Dr. Tanchez is a Hospitalist near Port Jefferson, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Tanchez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Tanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanchez is affiliated with Mather 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Christopher Tanchez accepting new patients in Port Jefferson, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tanchez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Tanchez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanchez's office at (631) 463-1320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Tanchez?
Please contact Dr. Tanchez's office at (631) 463-1320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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