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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Townsend, Hospitalist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Rebecca Townsend, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Townsend completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (208) 625-4120.
Where did Dr. Townsend go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Townsend board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Townsend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?
Dr. Townsend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Townsend typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rebecca Townsend may include:
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?
Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 625-4120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Townsend in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?
Dr. Rebecca Townsend's Primary Practice
4700 Point Fosdick Dr
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(208) 625-4120
What is Dr. Townsend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962502815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townsend
What is Dr. Rebecca Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Townsend is a Hospitalist near Gig Harbor, WA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Trios Southridge Hospital, Roper Hospital, Beaufort Memorial 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rebecca Townsend accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Townsend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (208) 625-4120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Townsend?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (208) 625-4120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rebecca Townsend have?
Dr. Rebecca Townsend is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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