25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Tai, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Steven Tai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tai graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians and AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Tai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tai’s office at (629) 255-3486.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tai?
Dr. Steven Tai, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tai empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiovascular Diseases, Diabetes, Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Tai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Tai board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Tai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007
What languages does Dr. Tai speak?
Dr. Tai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tai treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tai 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. Tai. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, 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:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Sudden Drop in Red Blood Cells
- Blood
- Low Hematocrit
- Acute Anemia
- Rapid Decrease in RBCs
ICD-10 Codes:
- R710: Precipitous drop in hematocrit
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Tai perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Steven Tai 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tai's office.
Does Dr. Tai accept my insurance?
Dr. Tai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (629) 255-3486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tai accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Tai in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicare
Prairie States Enterprises
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tai's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
Awards
Fellow American College of Physicians, American College of Physicians
Attending Physician of the Year, Medical Housestaff Baptist Hospital
What is Dr. Tai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538150156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tai
What is Dr. Steven Tai's specialty?
Dr. Tai is a Internist near Nashville, TN.
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.
Contact Dr. Tai to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Steven Tai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown. 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
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Is Steven Tai accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Steven Tai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Tai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (629) 255-3486 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Tai?
Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (629) 255-3486 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Tai have?
Dr. Steven Tai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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