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Dr. Elga Tinger, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Plymouth, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tinger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Plymouth, MN?

    Dr. Elga Tinger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plymouth, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tinger is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tinger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tinger’s office at (763) 450-5553.

    Is Dr. Tinger board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Elga Tinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tinger speak?

    Dr. Tinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Creoles and pidgins
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tinger typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tinger 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. Tinger. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tinger typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elga Tinger may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 450-5553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tinger accept in Plymouth, MN?

    Dr. Tinger in Plymouth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tinger's office located?

    Dr. Elga Tinger's Primary Practice

    14700 28th Ave N Ste 25

    Plymouth, MN 55447

    (763) 450-5553

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    Dr. Elga Tinger's Practice 2

    303 Catlin St

    Buffalo, MN 55313

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    Dr. Elga Tinger's Practice 3

    6500 Excelsior Blvd

    Minneapolis, MN 55426

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    What is Dr. Tinger's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548468812.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tinger?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tinger

    What is Dr. Elga Tinger's specialty?

    Dr. Tinger is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Plymouth, MN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Elga Tinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tinger is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Hcmc Red Building, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, New Ulm Medical Center, M Health Fairview Southdale 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Elga Tinger accepting new patients in Plymouth, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Elga Tinger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elga Tinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tinger's office at (763) 450-5553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elga Tinger?

    Please contact Dr. Tinger's office at (763) 450-5553 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tinger's office located?

    Dr. Tinger's offices are located in Plymouth, MN, Buffalo, MN, and Minneapolis, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elga Tinger have?

    Dr. Elga Tinger is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.