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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tam, Internist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Jessica Tam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tam graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Tam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office.
Where did Dr. Tam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tam 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. Tam. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Tam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jessica Tam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tam's office.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Tam in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Indian Health Services
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013106582.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tam
What is Dr. Jessica Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Internist near Tacoma, WA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Tam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jessica Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor 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 Internist?
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Is Jessica Tam accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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