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Dr. Tristan Knutson, MD

Puyallup, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knutson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Puyallup, WA?

    Dr. Tristan Knutson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Puyallup, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Knutson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knutson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knutson’s office at (253) 968-1250.

    What languages does Dr. Knutson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Knutson treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knutson 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. Knutson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Knutson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tristan Knutson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Knutson's office.

    Does Dr. Knutson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knutson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 968-1250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knutson accept in Puyallup, WA?

    Dr. Knutson in Puyallup, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)

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    Where is Dr. Knutson's office located?

    Dr. Tristan Knutson's Primary Practice

    401 15th Ave SE

    Puyallup, WA 98372

    (253) 968-1250

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    Dr. Tristan Knutson's Practice 2

    Madigan Army Medical Ctr Dept Of Emergency Medicine

    Tacoma, WA 98431

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    Dr. Tristan Knutson's Practice 3

    14815 Pacific Ave S

    Tacoma, WA 98444

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

    Dr. Knutson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912057472.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knutson?

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

    What is Dr. Tristan Knutson's specialty?

    Dr. Knutson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Puyallup, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Knutson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tristan Knutson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knutson is affiliated with MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, MultiCare Tacoma General 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

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    Is Tristan Knutson accepting new patients in Puyallup, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Tristan Knutson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tristan Knutson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knutson's office at (253) 968-1250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tristan Knutson?

    Please contact Dr. Knutson's office at (253) 968-1250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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