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Dr. Chris Tsuneishi, MD

Dr. Chris Tsuneishi, MD

Torrance, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsuneishi, Internist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Chris Tsuneishi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsuneishi graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsuneishi is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsuneishi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsuneishi’s office at (310) 543-1050.

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

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tsuneishi board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Chris Tsuneishi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tsuneishi speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tsuneishi treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tsuneishi 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. Tsuneishi. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tsuneishi perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chris Tsuneishi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tsuneishi's office.

    Does Dr. Tsuneishi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsuneishi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 543-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tsuneishi accept in Torrance, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tsuneishi's office located?

    Dr. Chris Tsuneishi's Primary Practice

    4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 360

    Torrance, CA 90503

    (310) 543-1050

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

    Dr. Tsuneishi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669425575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsuneishi?

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

    What is Dr. Chris Tsuneishi's specialty?

    Dr. Tsuneishi is a Internist near Torrance, CA.

    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. Tsuneishi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chris Tsuneishi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tsuneishi is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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?

    Explore Internist 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 Chris Tsuneishi accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chris Tsuneishi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chris Tsuneishi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsuneishi's office at (310) 543-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chris Tsuneishi?

    Please contact Dr. Tsuneishi's office at (310) 543-1050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chris Tsuneishi have?

    Dr. Chris Tsuneishi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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