Overview
Darren J. Tapley, PA-C, is an independent cardiac physician assistant at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. Darren is part of a cardiothoracic care team that diagnoses and treats heart and lung conditions and chest diseases, including lung and esophageal cancer, aneurysms and structural heart valve damage.
His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleurisy, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
Dr. Tapley is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) and National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Tapley is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
405 Londonderry Dr, Ste 310, Waco, TX 76712
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darren J. Tapley, PA
How do I make an appointment with Darren J. Tapley, PA?
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Is Darren J. Tapley, PA a top-rated expert for Arterial Embolism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Darren J. Tapley, PA is classified as an Experienced expert for Arterial Embolism, 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 Darren J. Tapley, PA specialize in?
While Darren J. Tapley, PA is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Arterial Embolism, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Pleurisy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Darren J. Tapley, PA accept my insurance?
Darren J. Tapley, PA accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-741-6333 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Aortic Valve StenosisTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial EmbolismTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Collapsed LungTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Lung CancerTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease
- Pleural EffusionTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaTapley, PA isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.