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Dr. David Tsai, MD

Lowell, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsai, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Lowell, MA?

    Dr. David Tsai, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lowell, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Lahey Clinic, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai’s office at (978) 427-6810.

    Where did Dr. Tsai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Lahey Clinic, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Hi John A Burns Sch of Med, Honolulu Hi | University of Hawaii

    Is Dr. Tsai board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tsai treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Neurodegenerative Disorder
    • Progressive Nerve Disease
    • Nervous System Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G319: Degenerative disease of nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Need for Personal Care Assistance
    • Help with daily living
    • Assistance with self-care
    • Activities of daily living support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z741: Need for assistance with personal care

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Which procedures does Dr. Tsai perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Tsai may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tsai's office.

    Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 427-6810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in Lowell, MA?

    Dr. Tsai in Lowell, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Dr. David Tsai's Primary Practice

    1081 Varnum Ave

    Lowell, MA 01854

    (978) 427-6810

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    Dr. David Tsai's Practice 2

    200 Washington St

    Boxford, MA 01921

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    Dr. David Tsai's Practice 3

    795 Turnpike St Ste 201

    North Andover, MA 01845

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

    Dr. Tsai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386673713.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai?

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

    What is Dr. David Tsai's specialty?

    Dr. Tsai is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Lowell, MA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Tsai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Tsai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tsai is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 David Tsai accepting new patients in Lowell, MA?

    Yes, Dr. David Tsai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Tsai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (978) 427-6810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Tsai?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (978) 427-6810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Tsai have?

    Dr. David Tsai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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