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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanakchi, Anatomic Pathologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sally Tanakchi, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tanakchi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanakchi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanakchi’s office at (301) 480-8477.
What languages does Dr. Tanakchi speak?
Dr. Tanakchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Tanakchi typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Tanakchi 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. Tanakchi. 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:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Tanakchi typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sally Tanakchi may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Tanakchi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tanakchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanakchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 480-8477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanakchi accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tanakchi in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tanakchi's office located?
Dr. Sally Tanakchi's Primary Practice
6655 Alvarado Rd
San Diego, CA 92120
(301) 480-8477
What is Dr. Tanakchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanakchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164921763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanakchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanakchi
What is Dr. Sally Tanakchi's specialty?
Dr. Tanakchi is a Anatomic Pathologist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Sally Tanakchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanakchi is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sally Tanakchi accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sally Tanakchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sally Tanakchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanakchi's office at (301) 480-8477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sally Tanakchi?
Please contact Dr. Tanakchi's office at (301) 480-8477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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