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Dr. Joseph Tjan

Dr. Joseph Tjan

Anesthesiologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tjan, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Joseph Tjan is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Tjan completed his residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Tjan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tjan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tjan’s office at (212) 746-2846.

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

    • Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals | Cornell Univ. Medical College

    Is Dr. Tjan board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Tjan is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tjan speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tjan 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. Tjan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Tjan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tjan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tjan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-2846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tjan accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Tjan in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tjan's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Tjan's Primary Practice

    525 E 68th St

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 746-2846

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

    Dr. Tjan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588676019.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tjan?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Tjan's specialty?

    Dr. Tjan is an Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.

    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. Joseph Tjan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tjan is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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. Joseph Tjan accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Tjan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Tjan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tjan's office at (212) 746-2846 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Tjan?

    Please contact Dr. Tjan's office at (212) 746-2846 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tjan's office located?

    Dr. Tjan's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Tjan have?

    Dr. Joseph Tjan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.