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Who is Dr. Tender, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Paul Tender, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tender graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carle Fndn Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Henry Ford Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Tender is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tender’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tender’s office at (480) 646-8440.
Where did Dr. Tender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carle Fndn Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Henry Ford Hosp, General Surgery | Carle Foundation Hospital Program
Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tender board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Paul Tender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tender speak?
Dr. Tender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tender treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tender 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. Tender. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal Disorder
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Outlet Dysfunction Constipation
- Constipation
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Constipation
- Dyssynergic Defecation
- Obstructed Defecation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5902: Outlet dysfunction constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Sinus
- Tailbone Disorder
- Tailbone Sinus
- Sacrococcygeal Sinus
- Pilonidal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0592: Pilonidal sinus without abscess
Also known as:
- Rectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Rectal Disorder
- Perirectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Rectum
- Rectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K611: Rectal abscess
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Anorectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Anal and Rectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus and Rectum
- Anorectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K612: Anorectal abscess
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
What procedures does Dr. Tender perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tender 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. Tender. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure Removal with Muscle Release
- Fissurectomy
- Sphincterotomy
- Anal Fissure Repair
- Chronic Fissure Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46200: Fissurectomy, including sphincterotomy, when performed
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Anal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
Also known as:
- Rectal Abscess and Fistula Surgery
- Ischiorectal abscess drainage with fistulectomy
- Perianal abscess drainage
- Fistula-in-ano surgery
- Rectal fistula treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46060: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal or intramural abscess, with fistulectomy or fistulotomy, submuscular, with or without placement of seton
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Tender accept my insurance?
Dr. Tender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 646-8440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tender accept in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Tender in Chandler, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tender's office located?
What is Dr. Tender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326159088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tender
What is Dr. Paul Tender's specialty?
Dr. Tender is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Chandler, AZ. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Tender to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Tender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tender is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Gateway Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Paul Tender accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Paul Tender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Tender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tender's office at (480) 646-8440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Tender?
Please contact Dr. Tender's office at (480) 646-8440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Tender have?
Dr. Paul Tender is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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