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Dr. Edward Tanous, MD

Lexington, KY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tanous, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Edward Tanous, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Tanous completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Tanous is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanous’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanous’s office at (859) 278-9513.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University Of Ky Hospital Chandler Mc

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tanous board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Tanous, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Tanous speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tanous treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Tanous 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. Tanous. 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:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Disease
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Does Dr. Tanous accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tanous accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 278-9513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tanous accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Tanous in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Dollar General

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tanous' office located?

    Dr. Edward Tanous' Primary Practice

    290 Big Run Rd

    Lexington, KY 40503

    (859) 278-9513

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    Dr. Edward Tanous' Practice 2

    1107 W Lexington Ave

    Winchester, KY 40391

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    Dr. Edward Tanous' Practice 3

    175 Hospital Dr

    Winchester, KY 40391

    (859) 745-3500

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

    Dr. Tanous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528060043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanous?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Tanous's specialty?

    Dr. Tanous is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Lexington, KY. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Tanous to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edward Tanous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tanous is affiliated with Clark Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Richmond, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin, Frankfort 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

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    Is Edward Tanous accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Tanous is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Tanous offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tanous's office at (859) 278-9513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Tanous?

    Please contact Dr. Tanous's office at (859) 278-9513 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Tanous have?

    Dr. Edward Tanous is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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