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Dr. Theodore Tsai, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tsai, Internist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Theodore Tsai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai’s office at (412) 246-7021.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Tsai board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Theodore Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tsai treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Laryngopharyngitis
    • Common Cold
    • Throat and Voice Box Inflammation
    • Upper Throat Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J060: Acute laryngopharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Oral dysphagia
    • Trouble chewing and swallowing
    • Difficulty moving food in mouth
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • HIV
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Infectious Stomach and Colon Inflammation
    • Digestive Disease
    • Non-Infectious Colitis
    • Non-Infectious Enteritis
    • Digestive Tract Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5289: Other specified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis

    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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Hazardous Body Fluid Exposure
    • Infection Control
    • Bloodborne pathogen exposure
    • Infectious fluid contact
    • Biohazard exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7721: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to potentially hazardous body fluids

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Tsai perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Theodore Tsai may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 246-7021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Tsai in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?

    Dr. Theodore Tsai's Primary Practice

    3708 5th Ave Ste 500

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

    (412) 246-7021

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

    Dr. Tsai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265554364.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai?

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

    What is Dr. Theodore Tsai's specialty?

    Dr. Tsai is a Internist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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. Tsai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Theodore Tsai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tsai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Theodore Tsai accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Theodore Tsai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theodore Tsai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (412) 246-7021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Theodore Tsai?

    Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (412) 246-7021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theodore Tsai have?

    Dr. Theodore Tsai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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