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Dr. Geoffrey Tyson, MD

Dr. Geoffrey Tyson, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist, Addiction Medicine Specialist

Bellingham, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tyson, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Geoffrey Tyson, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tyson graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Tyson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyson’s office at (425) 640-6976.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tyson board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Tyson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tyson speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tyson typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tyson 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. Tyson. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tyson typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tyson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tyson. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Does Dr. Tyson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 640-6976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tyson accept in Bellingham, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Geoffrey Tyson's Primary Practice

    4029 Northwest Ave Ste 301

    Bellingham, WA 98226

    (425) 640-6976

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    Dr. Geoffrey Tyson's Practice 2

    6808 220th St SW Ste 201

    Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043

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    Dr. Geoffrey Tyson's Practice 3

    7320 216th St SW Ste 320

    Edmonds, WA 98026

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

    Dr. Tyson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679610778.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyson?

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

    What is Dr. Geoffrey Tyson's specialty?

    Dr. Tyson is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Bellingham, WA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is Dr. Geoffrey Tyson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tyson is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus, Evergreenhealth Medical Center 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Geoffrey Tyson accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Tyson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Geoffrey Tyson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (425) 640-6976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey Tyson?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (425) 640-6976 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Tyson's offices are located in Bellingham, WA, Mountlake Terrace, WA, and Edmonds, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Geoffrey Tyson have?

    Dr. Geoffrey Tyson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.