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Dr. Tawni Christensen, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Las Vegas, NV
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Christensen, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Tawni Christensen, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Christensen completed her residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Christensen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christensen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christensen’s office at (775) 751-7500.
Where did Dr. Christensen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh
Is Dr. Christensen board certified in Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Tawni Christensen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christensen speak?
Dr. Christensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christensen treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89620: Pressure ulcer of left heel, unstageable
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
Also known as:
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97811: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97921: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97821: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Christensen perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Tawni Christensen may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christensen's office.
Does Dr. Christensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Christensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 751-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christensen accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Christensen in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Partners Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Christensen's office located?
Dr. Tawni Christensen's Primary Practice
201 N Buffalo Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(775) 751-7500
What is Dr. Christensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881640662.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christensen
What is Dr. Tawni Christensen's specialty?
Dr. Christensen is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Las Vegas, NV. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Christensen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tawni Christensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Christensen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Tawni Christensen accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Tawni Christensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tawni Christensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office at (775) 751-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tawni Christensen?
Please contact Dr. Christensen's office at (775) 751-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tawni Christensen have?
Dr. Tawni Christensen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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