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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tauras, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. James Tauras, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tauras completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Tauras is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tauras’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tauras’s office at (718) 920-5949.
Where did Dr. Tauras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Montefiore Medical Center
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center
Medical School: Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Is Dr. Tauras board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Tauras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tauras speak?
Dr. Tauras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tauras typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tauras 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. Tauras. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
- Localized Amyloidosis
- Amyloid Deposit in Organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tauras typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Tauras may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tauras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tauras accept my insurance?
Dr. Tauras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 920-5949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tauras accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Tauras in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tauras' office located?
Montefiore Medical Center Department Of Cardiology
111 E 210th St
Bronx, NY 10467
(718) 920-5949
What is Dr. Tauras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tauras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366683336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tauras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tauras
What is Dr. James Tauras's specialty?
Dr. Tauras is a Internist near Bronx, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. James Tauras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tauras is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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 James Tauras accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Tauras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Tauras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tauras's office at (718) 920-5949 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Tauras?
Please contact Dr. Tauras's office at (718) 920-5949 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Tauras have?
Dr. James Tauras is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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