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Dr. Phil Tsai, MD

Anesthesiologist

Downey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsai, Anesthesiologist in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Phil Tsai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tsai graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Tsai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai’s office at (562) 385-7755.

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

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Tsai board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Phil Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tsai typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H268: Other specified cataract

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tsai typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Phil Tsai may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 385-7755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in Downey, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Anesthesiology

    7601 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

    (562) 385-7755

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    Dr. Phil Tsai's Practice 2

    12021 Wilmington Ave Rm 1059

    Los Angeles, CA 90059

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    Dr. Phil Tsai's Practice 3

    1000 W Carson St

    Torrance, CA 90502

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tsai affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tsai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center,Los Angeles, CA

    What is Dr. Tsai's NPI number?A 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 1821280710.

    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. Phil Tsai's specialty?

    Dr. Tsai is an Anesthesiologist near Downey, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tsai is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Phil Tsai accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Phil Tsai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (562) 385-7755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Phil Tsai?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (562) 385-7755 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Dr. Tsai's offices are located in Downey, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Torrance, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Phil Tsai have?

    Dr. Phil Tsai is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.