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Dr. Simon Tanksley, MD

Poway, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tanksley, Family Medicine Specialist in Poway, CA?

    Dr. Simon Tanksley, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Poway, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tanksley graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine. Dr. Tanksley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanksley’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanksley’s office at (858) 675-3100.

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

    • Medical School: Stony Brook University School of Medicine | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Tanksley board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Simon Tanksley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tanksley speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tanksley typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tanksley 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. Tanksley. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tanksley typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Simon Tanksley may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tanksley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tanksley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 675-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tanksley accept in Poway, CA?

    Dr. Tanksley in Poway, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tanksley's office located?

    Dr. Simon Tanksley's Primary Practice

    15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 400

    Poway, CA 92064

    (858) 675-3100

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    Dr. Simon Tanksley's Practice 2

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

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    Dr. Simon Tanksley's Practice 3

    400 Craven Rd

    San Marcos, CA 92078

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

    Dr. Tanksley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407084098.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanksley?

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

    What is Dr. Simon Tanksley's specialty?

    Dr. Tanksley is a Family Medicine Specialist near Poway, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Simon Tanksley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tanksley is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Simon Tanksley accepting new patients in Poway, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Simon Tanksley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Simon Tanksley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tanksley's office at (858) 675-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Simon Tanksley?

    Please contact Dr. Tanksley's office at (858) 675-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Simon Tanksley have?

    Dr. Simon Tanksley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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