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Dr. Samantha Russell, MD

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Russell, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Samantha Russell, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (520) 626-2761.

    What languages does Dr. Russell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Russell treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Which procedures does Dr. Russell perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samantha Russell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-2761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Russell 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Russell's office located?

    Dr. Samantha Russell's Primary Practice

    1625 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85719

    (520) 626-2761

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    Dr. Samantha Russell's Practice 2

    7901 E 22nd St

    Tucson, AZ 85710

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

    Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952864332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?

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

    What is Dr. Samantha Russell's specialty?

    Dr. Russell is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Russell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samantha Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Russell 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist 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 Samantha Russell accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Samantha Russell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samantha Russell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (520) 626-2761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samantha Russell?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (520) 626-2761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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