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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tapia, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Shannon Tapia, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tapia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tapia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tapia’s office at (303) 225-4246.
What languages does Dr. Tapia speak?
Dr. Tapia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tapia treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tapia 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. Tapia. 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.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Nutritional Marasmus
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe calorie deficiency
- Wasting malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E41: Nutritional marasmus
- 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
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Sarcopenia
- Age-related muscle loss
- Muscle weakness in older adults
- Progressive muscle loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6284: Sarcopenia
Which procedures does Dr. Tapia perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shannon Tapia may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tapia's office.
Does Dr. Tapia accept my insurance?
Dr. Tapia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 225-4246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tapia accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Tapia in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tapia's office located?
What is Dr. Tapia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851610406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tapia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tapia
What is Dr. Shannon Tapia's specialty?
Dr. Tapia is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Denver, CO. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Tapia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shannon Tapia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tapia is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge, UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Intermountain Health - Lutheran Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Shannon Tapia accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Shannon Tapia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shannon Tapia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tapia's office at (303) 225-4246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shannon Tapia?
Please contact Dr. Tapia's office at (303) 225-4246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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