Dr. Joaquim Tavares, MD
Las Vegas, NV
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tavares, Critical Care Internist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Joaquim Tavares, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Tavares graduated from University of Lisbon / Lisbon and completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Pulmonary Diseases; Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tavares is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavares’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavares’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tavares?
Dr. Joaquim Tavares, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tavares empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Critical Care, Emphysema, Interventional Bronchoscopy, Lung Cancer, Robotic Bronchoscopy, Sleep Medicine, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas, NV community, Dr. Tavares is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tavares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Pulmonary Diseases; Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital Program
Medical School: University De Lisboa, Fac De Med, Lisboa, Portugal | University Of Lisbon Lisbon Portugal | University of Lisbon / Lisbon
Is Dr. Tavares board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joaquim Tavares, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tavares speak?
Dr. Tavares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Tavares typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Tavares typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Tavares performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tavares. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Tavares accept my insurance?
Dr. Tavares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tavares accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Tavares in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
What is Dr. Tavares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437147295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavares
What is Dr. Joaquim Tavares's specialty?
Dr. Tavares is a Critical Care Internist near Las Vegas, NV.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Joaquim Tavares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tavares is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Joaquim Tavares accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Joaquim Tavares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joaquim Tavares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joaquim Tavares?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joaquim Tavares have?
Dr. Joaquim Tavares is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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