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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tan, Internist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Melvin Tan, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Tan is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tan’s office at (253) 426-4101.
What languages does Dr. Tan speak?
Dr. Tan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tan typically treat?
As an Internist, conditions treated by Dr. Melvin Tan may include:
Please contact Dr. Tan's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Melvin Tan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tan accept my insurance?
Dr. Tan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-4101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tan accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Tan in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Washington
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tan's office located?
What is Dr. Tan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518710300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tan
What is Dr. Melvin Tan's specialty?
Dr. Tan is a Internist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Melvin Tan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tan is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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
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Is Melvin Tan accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
No, Dr. Melvin Tan is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Tan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (253) 426-4101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Tan?
Please contact Dr. Tan's office at (253) 426-4101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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