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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Inouye, Surgeon in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Paul Inouye, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Inouye graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Inouye is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Nepali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Inouye’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Inouye’s office at (253) 403-1050.
Where did Dr. Inouye go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Cooper Medical School of Rowan University/Cooper University Hospital Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Inouye board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Inouye, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Inouye speak?
Dr. Inouye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Nepali
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Inouye typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Inouye 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. Inouye. 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:
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Inouye typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Inouye may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Inouye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Inouye accept my insurance?
Dr. Inouye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 403-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Inouye accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Inouye in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Inouye's office located?
What is Dr. Inouye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Inouye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427073865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Inouye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Inouye
What is Dr. Paul Inouye's specialty?
Dr. Inouye is a Surgeon near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Paul Inouye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Inouye is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma 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
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Is Paul Inouye accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Inouye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Inouye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Inouye's office at (253) 403-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Inouye?
Please contact Dr. Inouye's office at (253) 403-1050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Inouye have?
Dr. Paul Inouye is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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