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Dr. Brett Plancich, MD

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Brett Plancich, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Plancich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plancich’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plancich’s office at (253) 426-4101.

    What languages does Dr. Plancich speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Plancich treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Plancich 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. Plancich. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • Z370: Single live birth

    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

    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:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Does Dr. Plancich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Plancich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-4101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Plancich 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Plancich's office located?

    Dr. Brett Plancich's Primary Practice

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    (253) 426-4101

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    Dr. Brett Plancich's Practice 2

    1717 S J St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    Dr. Brett Plancich's Practice 3

    11808 Northup Way Ste W300

    Bellevue, WA 98005

    (425) 284-1545

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

    Dr. Plancich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801320304.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plancich?

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

    What is Dr. Brett Plancich's specialty?

    Dr. Plancich is a Anesthesiologist near Tacoma, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Plancich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brett Plancich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Plancich is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist 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 Brett Plancich accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Plancich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brett Plancich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Plancich's office at (253) 426-4101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brett Plancich?

    Please contact Dr. Plancich's office at (253) 426-4101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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