Alex J. Tampio
Expertise in
30
conditions

Dr. Alex J. Tampio

Otolaryngology
1608 S J Street 5th, Floor, 
Tacoma, WA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
10 Years of Experience
Referral required
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Expertise in
30
conditions
1608 S J Street 5th, Floor, 
Tacoma, WA 

Overview

Alex Tampio, MD, is an otolaryngologist who subspecializes in neurotology. He treats patients with conditions affecting hearing, balance, skull base and related structures in the head and neck.Approachable and communicative, Dr. Tampio emphasizes patient education and collaboration, and prioritizes communication with patients and their loved ones. It is important to him that his patients feel empowered to make the best decisions for their health and to have an exceptional clinic experience.Dr. Tampio is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He recently served as a medical volunteer in Ethiopia with Partners for Global Hearing, training local otolaryngologists in clinical and surgical skills to treat hearing loss and other ear disorders.In his free time, Dr. Tampio enjoys exploring, making his wife and kids laugh, and baking Italian bread. He is a huge fan of autumn, the World Cup and really spicy food.

Dr. Tampio is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.

Dr. Tampio is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Tampio is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2016

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery

Fellowships

Advanced Otology Fellowship, Puget Sound ENT

Hospital Affiliations

Franciscan Medical Group.
Puget Sound High Value Network.
Rainier Health Network.
St Michael Medical Center
St Joseph Medical Center
St Anthony Hospital
St Clare Hospital
St Francis Community Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Romanian
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • POS
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
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Cigna
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Community Health
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Coordinated Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Group Health Cooperative
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  • POS
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Moda Health
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  • PPO
Premera
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  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Franciscan Ear, Nose & Throat Associates at St. Joseph
1608 S J Street 5th, Floor, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Is Dr. Alex J. Tampio a top-rated expert for Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex J. Tampio is classified as an Distinguished expert for Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alex J. Tampio specialize in?

While Dr. Alex J. Tampio is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Alex J. Tampio accept my insurance?

Dr. Alex J. Tampio accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-274-7505 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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