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Dr. Despina Tavlarides, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Phoenix, AZ

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tavlarides, Family Medicine Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Despina Tavlarides, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Tavlarides graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Tavlarides is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavlarides’s office at (480) 827-5420.

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

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Tavlarides speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tavlarides typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tavlarides 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. Tavlarides. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tavlarides typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Despina Tavlarides may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tavlarides' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tavlarides accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tavlarides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 827-5420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tavlarides accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Tavlarides in Phoenix, 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

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Mercy Care

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tavlarides' office located?

    Dr. Despina Tavlarides' Primary Practice

    1510 E Flower St

    Phoenix, AZ 85014

    (480) 827-5420

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    Dr. Despina Tavlarides' Practice 2

    13640 N Plaza del Rio Blvd

    Peoria, AZ 85381

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    Dr. Despina Tavlarides' Practice 3

    3336 E Chandler Heights Rd Bldg A

    Gilbert, AZ 85298

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

    Dr. Tavlarides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457477226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavlarides?

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

    What is Dr. Despina Tavlarides's specialty?

    Dr. Tavlarides is a Family Medicine Specialist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Despina Tavlarides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tavlarides is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Despina Tavlarides accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Despina Tavlarides is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Despina Tavlarides offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tavlarides' office at (480) 827-5420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Despina Tavlarides?

    Please contact Dr. Tavlarides' office at (480) 827-5420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tavlarides' office located?

    Dr. Tavlarides' offices are located in Phoenix, AZ, Peoria, AZ, and Gilbert, AZ.