Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Phanthok, Internist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Tenzing Phanthok, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Phanthok is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phanthok’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phanthok’s office at (706) 389-3875.
What languages does Dr. Phanthok speak?
Dr. Phanthok and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Phanthok treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Phanthok 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. Phanthok. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Phanthok perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tenzing Phanthok may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Phanthok's office.
Does Dr. Phanthok accept my insurance?
Dr. Phanthok accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 389-3875 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phanthok accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Phanthok in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Phanthok's office located?
Dr. Tenzing Phanthok's Primary Practice
3320 Old Jefferson Rd Ste A
Athens, GA 30607
(706) 389-3875
What is Dr. Phanthok's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phanthok's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659765287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phanthok?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phanthok
What is Dr. Tenzing Phanthok's specialty?
Dr. Phanthok is a Internist near Athens, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Phanthok to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Tenzing Phanthok affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Phanthok is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga 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 Tenzing Phanthok accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Tenzing Phanthok is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tenzing Phanthok offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Phanthok's office at (706) 389-3875 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tenzing Phanthok?
Please contact Dr. Phanthok's office at (706) 389-3875 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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