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Dr. Tamsen Bassford, MD

Tucson, AZ

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bassford, Family Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Tamsen Bassford, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Bassford graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Bassford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassford’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassford’s office at (520) 694-1234.

    Where did Dr. Bassford go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    What languages does Dr. Bassford speak?

    Dr. Bassford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bassford treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bassford 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. Bassford. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Cognitive Impairment
    • Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (General)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F79: Unspecified intellectual disabilities

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsore

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89312: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 2
    • L89892: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 2

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Which procedures does Dr. Bassford perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tamsen Bassford may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bassford's office.

    Does Dr. Bassford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bassford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bassford accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Bassford in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bassford's office located?

    Dr. Tamsen Bassford's Primary Practice

    535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101

    Tucson, AZ 85711

    (520) 694-1234

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    Dr. Tamsen Bassford's Practice 2

    2701 E Elvira Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85756

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    Dr. Tamsen Bassford's Practice 3

    1515 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85724

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    What is Dr. Bassford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bassford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265404933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassford?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassford

    What is Dr. Tamsen Bassford's specialty?

    Dr. Bassford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Bassford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tamsen Bassford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bassford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner - University Medical Center South. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Tamsen Bassford accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Tamsen Bassford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tamsen Bassford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bassford's office at (520) 694-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tamsen Bassford?

    Please contact Dr. Bassford's office at (520) 694-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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