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Dr. Tamsen Bassford, MD

Tucson, AZ

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bassford typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bassford typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Bassford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

    1515 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85724

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    Dr. Tamsen Bassford's Practice 3

    3950 S Country Club Rd Ste 130

    Tucson, AZ 85714

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bassford affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bassford has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Banner - University Medical Center South,Tucson, AZ

    What is Dr. Bassford's NPI number?A 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?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bassford is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Tamsen Bassford?

    Please contact Dr. Bassford's office at (520) 694-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bassford's office located?

    Dr. Bassford's office is located in Tucson, AZ.