24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taagen, Internist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Sam Taagen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Taagen completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Taagen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taagen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taagen’s office at (206) 292-2249.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Taagen?
Dr. Sam Taagen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Taagen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Taagen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Taagen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine, Portland
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi
Is Dr. Taagen board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sam Taagen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taagen speak?
Dr. Taagen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Taagen treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Taagen 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. Taagen. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19079: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Taagen perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sam Taagen 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. Taagen's office.
Does Dr. Taagen accept my insurance?
Dr. Taagen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 292-2249 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taagen accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Taagen in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Premera Blue Cross
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Taagen's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Taagen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taagen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578518981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taagen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taagen
What is Dr. Sam Taagen's specialty?
Dr. Taagen is a Internist near Seattle, 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. Taagen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sam Taagen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taagen is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, UW Medical Center - Montlake 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Sam Taagen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Sam Taagen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Taagen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taagen's office at (206) 292-2249 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Taagen?
Please contact Dr. Taagen's office at (206) 292-2249 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sam Taagen have?
Dr. Sam Taagen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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