Dr. Tawni Christensen, MD
Las Vegas, NV
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christensen, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Las Vegas, NV?
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 as a 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Christensen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Christensen typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Christensen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
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 Healthcare
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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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 hospitals are Dr. Christensen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Christensen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Christensen's NPI number?A 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