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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sofka, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Ryan Sofka is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sofka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sofka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sofka’s office at (253) 761-4200.
What languages does Dr. Sofka speak?
Dr. Sofka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sofka treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Sofka 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. Sofka. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
- Lung surgery aftercare
- Breathing system recovery
- Respiratory post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
- Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Injury
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stomach Area Injury
- Belly Trauma
- Abdominal Wall Damage
- Internal Organ Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S3991XA: Unspecified injury of abdomen, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sofka perform as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ryan Sofka may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sofka's office.
Does Dr. Sofka accept my insurance?
Dr. Sofka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 761-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sofka accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Sofka in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sofka's office located?
What is Dr. Sofka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sofka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508398454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sofka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sofka
What is Dr. Ryan Sofka's specialty?
Dr. Sofka is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Tacoma, WA. A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Contact Dr. Sofka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ryan Sofka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sofka is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa 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 Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
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Is Ryan Sofka accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Sofka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryan Sofka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sofka's office at (253) 761-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryan Sofka?
Please contact Dr. Sofka's office at (253) 761-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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