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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanwar, Diagnostic Radiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Akhil Tanwar, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tanwar is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanwar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanwar’s office at (215) 955-6000.
What languages does Dr. Tanwar speak?
Dr. Tanwar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tanwar treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Tanwar 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. Tanwar. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Liver Disease
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Other specified liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Fertility Testing
- Infertility
- Infertility testing
- Reproductive health assessment
- Fertility evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3141: Encounter for fertility testing
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
What procedures does Dr. Tanwar perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Tanwar 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. Tanwar. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Tanwar accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanwar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanwar accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Tanwar in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Tanwar's office located?
Dr. Akhil Tanwar's Primary Practice
925 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-6000
What is Dr. Tanwar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356179501.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanwar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanwar
What is Dr. Akhil Tanwar's specialty?
Dr. Tanwar is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Philadelphia, PA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Tanwar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akhil Tanwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanwar is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Redeemer Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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
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Is Akhil Tanwar accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
No, Dr. Akhil Tanwar is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akhil Tanwar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanwar's office at (215) 955-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akhil Tanwar?
Please contact Dr. Tanwar's office at (215) 955-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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