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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ostrom, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Tara Ostrom, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Ostrom graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ostrom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ostrom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ostrom’s office at (623) 869-5000.
Where did Dr. Ostrom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Ostrom board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tara Ostrom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ostrom speak?
Dr. Ostrom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ostrom typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ostrom 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. Ostrom. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ostrom typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Ostrom 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. Ostrom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ostrom accept my insurance?
Dr. Ostrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 869-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ostrom accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ostrom in Phoenix, AZ 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
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ostrom's office located?
What is Dr. Ostrom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ostrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124017009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ostrom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ostrom
What is Dr. Tara Ostrom's specialty?
Dr. Ostrom is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Tara Ostrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ostrom is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Tara Ostrom accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Tara Ostrom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Ostrom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ostrom's office at (623) 869-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Ostrom?
Please contact Dr. Ostrom's office at (623) 869-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tara Ostrom have?
Dr. Tara Ostrom is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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