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Dr. Tiffany Townsend, MD

Burlingame, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Townsend, Anesthesiologist in Burlingame, CA?

    Dr. Tiffany Townsend, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Townsend graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (650) 696-5400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Townsend board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tiffany Townsend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Townsend treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    What procedures does Dr. Townsend perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 696-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Burlingame, CA?

    Dr. Townsend in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • SelectCare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?

    Dr. Tiffany Townsend's Primary Practice

    1501 Trousdale Dr

    Burlingame, CA 94010

    (650) 696-5400

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    Dr. Tiffany Townsend's Practice 2

    1783 El Camino Real

    Burlingame, CA 94010

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    Dr. Tiffany Townsend's Practice 3

    180 Rowland Way

    Novato, CA 94945

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

    Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568590206.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?

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

    What is Dr. Tiffany Townsend's specialty?

    Dr. Townsend is a Anesthesiologist near Burlingame, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Townsend to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tiffany Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Novato Community Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Tiffany Townsend accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tiffany Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tiffany Townsend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (650) 696-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tiffany Townsend?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (650) 696-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tiffany Townsend have?

    Dr. Tiffany Townsend is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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