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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Olson, Internist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Joan Olson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Olson completed her residency at Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Olson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office at (206) 320-8050.
Where did Dr. Olson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Virginia Mason Medical Center
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
Is Dr. Olson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joan Olson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Olson speak?
Dr. Olson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Olson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Olson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joan Olson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Olson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Olson accept my insurance?
Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 320-8050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Olson accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Olson in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Olson's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Olson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629070123.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olson
What is Dr. Joan Olson's specialty?
Dr. Olson is a Internist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joan Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Overlake Hospital Medical Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joan Olson accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joan Olson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Olson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (206) 320-8050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Olson?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (206) 320-8050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joan Olson have?
Dr. Joan Olson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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