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Who is Dr. Tafich, Rheumatologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Carlos Tafich, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tafich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tafich’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tafich’s office at (520) 694-2873.
What languages does Dr. Tafich speak?
Dr. Tafich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tafich treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Tafich 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. Tafich. 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 Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Which procedures does Dr. Tafich perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carlos Tafich may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tafich's office.
Does Dr. Tafich accept my insurance?
Dr. Tafich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-2873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tafich accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Tafich in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tafich's office located?
What is Dr. Tafich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tafich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508299553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tafich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tafich
What is Dr. Carlos Tafich's specialty?
Dr. Tafich is a Rheumatologist near Tucson, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Tafich to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carlos Tafich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tafich is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Carlos Tafich accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Tafich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Tafich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tafich's office at (520) 694-2873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Tafich?
Please contact Dr. Tafich's office at (520) 694-2873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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