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Dr. Lissa Anderson, MD
Tacoma, WA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Anderson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Lissa Anderson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office at (253) 985-2722.
Is Dr. Anderson board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Lissa Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?
Dr. Anderson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Anderson typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?
Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 985-2722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Anderson in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?
Dr. Lissa Anderson's Primary Practice
1802 Yakima Ave Ste 208
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 985-2722
What is Dr. Anderson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134365489.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anderson
What is Dr. Lissa Anderson's specialty?
Dr. Anderson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist do?
A psychiatrist or neurologist with specialized expertise in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses works alongside an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team. Their goal is to enhance quality of life by addressing the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the illness, through the dying process, and into bereavement. These specialists are skilled in assessing patients with advanced disease, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating family-centered care across various settings, utilizing hospice and specialized care systems, managing patients nearing death, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Lissa Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Anderson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lissa Anderson accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Lissa Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lissa Anderson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (253) 985-2722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lissa Anderson?
Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (253) 985-2722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lissa Anderson have?
Dr. Lissa Anderson is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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