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Who is Dr. Tsai, Gastroenterologist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Catherine Tsai, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai completed her residency at Nat'L Capital Consortium, Gastroenterology; Inland Empire Hp Serv Assoc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsai is fluent in English, Chinese, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsai’s office at (509) 489-2600.
Where did Dr. Tsai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nat'L Capital Consortium, Gastroenterology; Inland Empire Hp Serv Assoc, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Tsai board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Tsai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tsai speak?
Dr. Tsai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Tsai treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tsai 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. Tsai. 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Vomiting Blood
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K920: Hematemesis
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Food Stuck in Esophagus
- Foreign Bodies
- Food lodged in food pipe
- Choking on food
- Food obstruction in throat
ICD-10 Codes:
- T18128A: Food in esophagus causing other injury, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Bleeding Duodenal Ulcer
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Peptic Ulcer
- Duodenal ulcer with bleeding
- Hemorrhaging duodenal ulcer
- Small intestine ulcer bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K264: Chronic or unspecified duodenal ulcer with hemorrhage
Which procedures does Dr. Tsai perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Catherine Tsai may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tsai's office.
Does Dr. Tsai accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 489-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsai accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Tsai in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Moda Health
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tsai's office located?
Dr. Catherine Tsai's Primary Practice
212 E Central Ave Ste 245
Spokane, WA 99208
(509) 489-2600
What is Dr. Tsai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356337935.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsai
What is Dr. Catherine Tsai's specialty?
Dr. Tsai is a Gastroenterologist near Spokane, WA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Tsai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Catherine Tsai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tsai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mann - Grandstaff Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Catherine Tsai accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Tsai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Tsai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (509) 489-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Tsai?
Please contact Dr. Tsai's office at (509) 489-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Tsai have?
Dr. Catherine Tsai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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