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Who is Dr. Tarkey, Family Medicine Specialist in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Michael Tarkey, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tarkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarkey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarkey’s office at (562) 867-8681.
What languages does Dr. Tarkey speak?
Dr. Tarkey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tarkey treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tarkey 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. Tarkey. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Medical Certificate Issuance
- Miscellaneous Medical Certificate
- Special Medical Note
- Other Health Clearance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0279: Encounter for issue of other medical certificate
Which procedures does Dr. Tarkey perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Tarkey may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tarkey's office.
Does Dr. Tarkey accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 867-8681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarkey accept in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Tarkey in La Mirada, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tarkey's office located?
Dr. Michael Tarkey's Primary Practice
12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 867-8681
What is Dr. Tarkey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780116848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarkey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarkey
What is Dr. Michael Tarkey's specialty?
Dr. Tarkey is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Mirada, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Tarkey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Tarkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarkey is affiliated with PIH Health Whittier Hospital, Torrance Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Michael Tarkey accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Tarkey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Tarkey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarkey's office at (562) 867-8681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Tarkey?
Please contact Dr. Tarkey's office at (562) 867-8681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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