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Dr. Yvonne Tyson, MD

Dr. Yvonne Tyson, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Cudahy, CA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tyson, Family Medicine Specialist in Cudahy, CA?

    Dr. Yvonne Tyson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cudahy, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Tyson graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed her residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Family Medicine. She is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Tyson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyson’s office at (562) 728-6738.

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

    • Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science Affiliated Hospitals | Martin Luther King, Jr.-Harbor Hospital | KING DREW MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

    Is Dr. Tyson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Yvonne Tyson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tyson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tyson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tyson 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. Tyson. 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:

    • 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 with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tyson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yvonne Tyson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tyson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 728-6738 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tyson accept in Cudahy, CA?

    Dr. Tyson in Cudahy, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Yvonne Tyson's Primary Practice

    7643 Atlantic Ave

    Cudahy, CA 90201

    (562) 728-6738

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    Dr. Yvonne Tyson's Practice 2

    925 E San Antonio Dr Ste 18

    Long Beach, CA 90807

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    Dr. Yvonne Tyson's Practice 3

    3816 Woodruff Ave Ste 412

    Long Beach, CA 90808

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    MemorialCare Physician Society

    Member

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

    Dr. Tyson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881617868.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyson?

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

    What is Dr. Yvonne Tyson's specialty?

    Dr. Tyson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cudahy, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Yvonne Tyson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tyson is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Yvonne Tyson accepting new patients in Cudahy, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yvonne Tyson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yvonne Tyson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (562) 728-6738 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yvonne Tyson?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (562) 728-6738 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Tyson's offices are located in Cudahy, CA and Long Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yvonne Tyson have?

    Dr. Yvonne Tyson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.