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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tavares, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Kelli Tavares, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tavares is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavares’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavares’s office at (915) 569-3200.
What languages does Dr. Tavares speak?
Dr. Tavares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Tavares typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Tavares typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Tavares accept my insurance?
Dr. Tavares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 569-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tavares accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Tavares in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
What is Dr. Tavares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205216694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavares
What is Dr. Kelli Tavares's specialty?
Dr. Tavares is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near El Paso, TX.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.
Is this Dr. Kelli Tavares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tavares is affiliated with University Medical Center Of El Paso 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
When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kelli Tavares accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kelli Tavares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelli Tavares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (915) 569-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kelli Tavares?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (915) 569-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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