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Who is Dr. Friese, Trauma Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Randall Friese, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Friese completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Friese is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friese’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friese’s office at (214) 648-3067.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friese?
Dr. Randall Friese, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Trauma Surgeon 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. Friese empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Tucson/AZ community, Dr. Friese is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Friese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Friese board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Randall Friese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Friese speak?
Dr. Friese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Friese treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Friese 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. Friese. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury with Unspecified Loss of Consciousness
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- SAH
- Subarachnoid Hematoma
- Head Injury with Undetermined Fainting
- Brain Trauma with Unclear LOC
- Unspecified Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S069X9A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Which procedures does Dr. Friese perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Randall Friese may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Friese's office.
Does Dr. Friese accept my insurance?
Dr. Friese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 648-3067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friese accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Friese 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Friese's office located?
Dr. Randall Friese's Primary Practice
535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
(214) 648-3067
What is Dr. Friese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104886357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friese
What is Dr. Randall Friese's specialty?
Dr. Friese is a Trauma Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Friese to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Randall Friese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friese 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
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Is Randall Friese accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Randall Friese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Randall Friese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friese's office at (214) 648-3067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Randall Friese?
Please contact Dr. Friese's office at (214) 648-3067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Randall Friese have?
Dr. Randall Friese is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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