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Dr. Irfan Ansari, MD

Tacoma, WA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ansari, Physiatrist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Irfan Ansari, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Ansari graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ansari is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, German, Hindi, Malay, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ansari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ansari’s office at (253) 272-9994.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College

    Is Dr. Ansari board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Irfan Ansari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Ansari speak?

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

    • Dutch

    • English

    • Flemish

    • German

    • Hindi

    • Malay

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Ansari treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ansari 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. Ansari. 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Nerve Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Hereditary sensory neuropathy type IA
    • Genetic Neuropathy
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Inherited Nerve Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G608: Other hereditary and idiopathic neuropathies

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    What procedures does Dr. Ansari perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ansari 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. Ansari. 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:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Does Dr. Ansari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ansari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 272-9994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ansari accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Ansari in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ansari's office located?

    Dr. Irfan Ansari's Primary Practice

    3315 S 23rd St Ste 200

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    (253) 272-9994

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    Dr. Irfan Ansari's Practice 2

    27005 168th Pl SE Ste 301A

    Covington, WA 98042

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    Dr. Irfan Ansari's Practice 3

    7308 Bridgeport Way W Ste 201

    Lakewood, WA 98499

    (253) 272-9994

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

    Dr. Ansari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497711162.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ansari?

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

    What is Dr. Irfan Ansari's specialty?

    Dr. Ansari is a Physiatrist near Tacoma, WA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Ansari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Irfan Ansari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ansari is affiliated with Valley Medical Center 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 Irfan Ansari accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Irfan Ansari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Irfan Ansari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ansari's office at (253) 272-9994 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Irfan Ansari?

    Please contact Dr. Ansari's office at (253) 272-9994 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Irfan Ansari have?

    Dr. Irfan Ansari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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