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Dr. Paul Tsong, MD

Anesthesiologist

Tucson, AZ

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tsong, Anesthesiologist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Paul Tsong, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Tsong graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Tsong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsong’s office at (520) 324-2030.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, General Surgery | University of Arizona College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tsong board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Tsong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tsong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tsong typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tsong 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. Tsong. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tsong typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tsong 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. Tsong. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Tsong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tsong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 324-2030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

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    Where is Dr. Tsong's office located?

    Dr. Paul Tsong's Primary Practice

    2810 N Swan Rd Ste 100

    Tucson, AZ 85712

    (520) 324-2030

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    Dr. Paul Tsong's Practice 2

    5301 E Grant Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85712

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    Dr. Paul Tsong's Practice 3

    6200 N La Cholla Blvd

    Tucson, AZ 85741

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tsong affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tsong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Northern Cochise Community Hospital,Willcox, AZ

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

    Dr. Tsong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144286618.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsong?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Tsong's specialty?

    Dr. Tsong is an Anesthesiologist near Tucson, AZ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Paul Tsong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tsong is affiliated with Tucson 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 Dr. Paul Tsong accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Tsong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Tsong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tsong's office at (520) 324-2030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Tsong?

    Please contact Dr. Tsong's office at (520) 324-2030 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tsong's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Tsong have?

    Dr. Paul Tsong is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.