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Dr. Brian Tuai, MD

Dr. Brian Tuai, MD

Oxnard, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tuai, Surgeon in Oxnard, CA?

    Dr. Brian Tuai, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oxnard, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Tuai graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States and completed his residency at University Of California San Francisco, Fresno. Dr. Tuai is fluent in English, Chinese, and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuai’s office at (805) 485-8722.

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

    • Residency: University Of California San Francisco, Fresno

    • Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tuai board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Tuai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tuai speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Tuai treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tuai 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. Tuai. 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:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia
    • Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Repeated Groin Hernia
    • Recurring Hernia in Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids

    Which procedures does Dr. Tuai perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Tuai may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tuai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tuai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 485-8722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tuai accept in Oxnard, CA?

    Dr. Tuai in Oxnard, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Valley Care

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    Where is Dr. Tuai's office located?

    Dr. Brian Tuai's Primary Practice

    1700 N Rose Ave Ste 430

    Oxnard, CA 93030

    (805) 485-8722

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    Dr. Brian Tuai's Practice 2

    168 N Brent St Ste 506

    Ventura, CA 93003

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

    Dr. Tuai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497758569.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuai?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Tuai's specialty?

    Dr. Tuai is a Surgeon near Oxnard, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Tuai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Tuai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tuai is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Dignity Health - St. John's Regional Medical Center 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 Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon 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 Brian Tuai accepting new patients in Oxnard, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Tuai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Tuai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tuai's office at (805) 485-8722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Tuai?

    Please contact Dr. Tuai's office at (805) 485-8722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Tuai have?

    Dr. Brian Tuai is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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