
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanaka, Critical Care Internist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Ryoma Tanaka, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Tanaka graduated from Kyoto University, Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at St Lukes-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tanaka is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanaka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanaka’s office at (801) 408-3661.
Where did Dr. Tanaka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Utah Medical Center - Salt Lake City, UT in Pulmonary Medicine
Residency: St Lukes-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Okinawa Chubu Hospital - Miyazato, 281 in Internal Medicine | St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
Medical School: Kyoto University, Fac of Med, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan | Kyoto University, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Tanaka board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ryoma Tanaka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2015, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2014
What languages does Dr. Tanaka speak?
Dr. Tanaka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Tanaka typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Tanaka 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. Tanaka. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Tanaka typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ryoma Tanaka may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tanaka accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanaka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 408-3661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanaka accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Tanaka in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Tanaka's office located?
Lds Hosp Eeg Phys Grp
8 Th Ave And C St Lds Hosp Eeg Phys Grp
Salt Lake City, UT 84143
(801) 408-3661
What is Dr. Tanaka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanaka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922294214.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanaka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanaka
What is Dr. Ryoma Tanaka's specialty?
Dr. Tanaka is a Critical Care Internist near Salt Lake City, UT.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Ryoma Tanaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanaka is affiliated with Lds 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ryoma Tanaka accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Ryoma Tanaka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryoma Tanaka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (801) 408-3661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryoma Tanaka?
Please contact Dr. Tanaka's office at (801) 408-3661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ryoma Tanaka have?
Dr. Ryoma Tanaka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Tanaka
Lds Hosp Eeg Phys Grp
8 Th Ave And C St Lds Hosp Eeg Phys Grp
Salt Lake City, UT 84143