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Who is Dr. Pfenniger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Fred Pfenniger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Pfenniger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pfenniger’s office.
Is Dr. Pfenniger board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Fred Pfenniger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pfenniger speak?
Dr. Pfenniger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pfenniger typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pfenniger 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. Pfenniger. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pfenniger typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fred Pfenniger may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pfenniger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pfenniger accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Pfenniger's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Pfenniger's office located?
What is Dr. Pfenniger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pfenniger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366762478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pfenniger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pfenniger
What is Dr. Fred Pfenniger's specialty?
Dr. Pfenniger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Fred Pfenniger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pfenniger 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fred Pfenniger accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Fred Pfenniger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fred Pfenniger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pfenniger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fred Pfenniger?
Please contact Dr. Pfenniger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fred Pfenniger have?
Dr. Fred Pfenniger is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Pfenniger
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521 Martin Luther King Jr Way # 5212
Tacoma, WA 98405