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Dr. Christopher Finch, MD

Anesthesiologist

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Finch, Anesthesiologist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Christopher Finch, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Finch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finch’s office at (253) 274-1668.

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

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Finch board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Finch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Finch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Finch typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Finch 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. Finch. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Finch typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Finch may include:

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

    Does Dr. Finch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Finch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 274-1668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Finch accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Finch in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • First Administrators

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Finch's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Finch's Primary Practice

    9040 Jackson Ave

    Tacoma, WA 98431

    (253) 274-1668

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    Dr. Christopher Finch's Practice 2

    1717 S J St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    Dr. Christopher Finch's Practice 3

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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

    Dr. Finch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679791545.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finch?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Finch's specialty?

    Dr. Finch is an Anesthesiologist near Tacoma, WA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Christopher Finch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Finch is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Finch accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Finch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Finch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Finch's office at (253) 274-1668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Finch?

    Please contact Dr. Finch's office at (253) 274-1668 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Finch's office located?

    Dr. Finch's office is located in Tacoma, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Finch have?

    Dr. Christopher Finch is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.