Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lunsford, Gastroenterologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Where did Dr. Lunsford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: (Gastroenterology), U TX SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL SCHOOL, DALLAS, TX
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Lunsford board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Tisha Lunsford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lunsford speak?
Dr. Lunsford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Lunsford typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lunsford 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. Lunsford. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Lunsford typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lunsford 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. Lunsford. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Lunsford accept my insurance?
Dr. Lunsford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-1583 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lunsford accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Lunsford in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
Allstate Corporation
American Public Life
Bankers Life
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lunsford's office located?
Dr. Tisha Lunsford's Primary Practice
13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(210) 358-1583
What hospitals are Dr. Lunsford affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lunsford has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lunsford's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lunsford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194708198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lunsford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lunsford