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Dr. Wallace Nogami, MD

Tucson, AZ

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nogami, Anesthesiologist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Wallace Nogami, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Nogami graduated from University of Hawaii and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Nogami is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nogami’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nogami’s office at (520) 694-8888.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pediatrics

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

    Is Dr. Nogami board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Wallace Nogami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Nogami speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nogami treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nogami 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. Nogami. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
    • K862: Cyst of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Varices
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Varices of the Esophagus
    • Enlarged Esophageal Veins
    • Dilated Esophageal Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Portal hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Liver Disease
    • High blood pressure in the portal vein
    • Liver portal pressure
    • Elevated portal venous pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K766: Portal hypertension

    Does Dr. Nogami accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nogami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nogami accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Nogami in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nogami's office located?

    Dr. Wallace Nogami's Primary Practice

    2800 E Ajo Way

    Tucson, AZ 85713

    (520) 694-8888

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    Dr. Wallace Nogami's Practice 2

    2701 E Elvira Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85756

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    Dr. Wallace Nogami's Practice 3

    1501 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85724

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

    Dr. Nogami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548350648.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nogami?

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

    What is Dr. Wallace Nogami's specialty?

    Dr. Nogami is a Anesthesiologist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Nogami to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wallace Nogami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nogami is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Wallace Nogami accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Wallace Nogami is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wallace Nogami offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nogami's office at (520) 694-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wallace Nogami?

    Please contact Dr. Nogami's office at (520) 694-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wallace Nogami have?

    Dr. Wallace Nogami is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Pediatrics.

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