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Who is Dr. Torres, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Joanne Torres, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Torres graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Torres is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (253) 596-3300.
Where did Dr. Torres go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Emergency Medicine | University Of Mi Hosps and Health Ctrs
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Torres speak?
Dr. Torres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torres typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torres typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joanne Torres may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Torres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 596-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Torres in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Quest
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Torres' office located?
Dr. Joanne Torres' Primary Practice
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 596-3300
What is Dr. Torres's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316977317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torres
What is Dr. Joanne Torres's specialty?
Dr. Torres is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joanne Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Torres 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Joanne Torres accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joanne Torres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joanne Torres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (253) 596-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joanne Torres?
Please contact Dr. Torres's office at (253) 596-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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