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Dr. Christina Colosimo

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Colosimo, Critical Care Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Christina Colosimo is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Colosimo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colosimo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colosimo’s office at (520) 694-0111.

    What languages does Dr. Colosimo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Colosimo typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Colosimo 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. Colosimo. 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

    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

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Colosimo typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Colosimo 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. Colosimo. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Colosimo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Colosimo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Colosimo 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. Colosimo's office located?

    Dr. Christina Colosimo's Primary Practice

    3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg 1

    Tucson, AZ 85719

    (520) 694-0111

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

    Dr. Colosimo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730549684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colosimo?

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

    What is Dr. Christina Colosimo's specialty?

    Dr. Colosimo is a Critical Care Surgeon near Tucson, AZ.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Christina Colosimo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Colosimo is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az, St. Bernardine Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital & Health 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. 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 Christina Colosimo accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Christina Colosimo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christina Colosimo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Colosimo's office at (520) 694-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christina Colosimo?

    Please contact Dr. Colosimo's office at (520) 694-0111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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