Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gries, Trauma Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lynn Gries, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gries completed her residency at University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Gries is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gries’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gries’s office at (520) 626-0478.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gries?
Dr. Lynn Gries, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Trauma Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gries empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson, AZ community, Dr. Gries is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gries go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Critical Care Trauma and Acute Care Surgery | University of Colorado Health Sciences Center General Surgery Basic Science Research | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Surgical Critical Care, NC, USA
Residency: University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Gries speak?
Dr. Gries and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Gries typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Gries 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. Gries. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Gries typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Lynn Gries may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Gries' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gries accept my insurance?
Dr. Gries accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-0478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gries accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Gries in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gries' office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Research Interests: International trauma
border-related injury and illness
What is Dr. Gries's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780730309.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gries?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gries
What is Dr. Lynn Gries's specialty?
Dr. Gries is a Trauma Surgeon near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Lynn Gries affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gries is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
When to see a Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lynn Gries accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Gries is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lynn Gries offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gries's office at (520) 626-0478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lynn Gries?
Please contact Dr. Gries's office at (520) 626-0478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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