Compare 72 hospitalists in Tucson, AZ. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
72
Hospitalists
100%
Accepting patients
75%
Most common: MD
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Tucson has 72 hospitalists. The most common credential is MD (75%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Barrio Viejo, Sam Hughes, Catalina Foothills, and Fourth Avenue.
Nearby hospitals include Banner-University Medical Center Tucson, Tucson Medical Center, and Northwest Medical Center. Local training programs run through University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson and University of Arizona. The University of Arizona Health Sciences is the state's only academic medical center with all health colleges on one campus.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Tucson hospitalists include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-53901, and cigna. 61% accept Medicare.
The hospitalist will introduce themselves, review your symptoms and medical history, and explain the plan for your hospital stay. They round on your room daily (often in the morning), order tests, adjust medications, and call in specialists as needed. They are available throughout the day if your condition changes. Before discharge, they will review your medications, follow-up appointments, and what to watch for at home.
You do not choose to see a hospitalist. If you are admitted to the hospital, a hospitalist is typically assigned to your care. They manage acute conditions (pneumonia, heart failure exacerbations, blood clots, post-surgical complications, uncontrolled diabetes), coordinate with specialists, and plan your discharge. Some hospitals also have hospitalists in their observation units and emergency departments.
Hospitalist daily fee: $200-500 (included in hospital charges) · Hospital stay (average): $2,000-5,000/day · ICU stay: $5,000-10,000+/day
Tucson, AZ has 72 licensed hospitalists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of hospitalists in Tucson, AZ are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among hospitalists in Tucson, AZ include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-53901, cigna, and qhp-85533. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Hospitalist daily fees are $200 to $500 (included in hospital charges). The average hospital stay costs $2,000 to $5,000 per day. ICU stays run $5,000 to $10,000 or more per day. Actual costs in Tucson, AZ depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Hospital bills include facility charges, physician charges, and charges from any consulting specialists. Review your itemized bill carefully. The No Surprises Act prevents surprise billing from out-of-network hospitalists at in-network hospitals.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Tucson, AZ has 72 hospitalists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Tucson, AZ, 75% hold the MD credential and 8% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
61% of hospitalists in Tucson, AZ accept Medicare. Medicare covers hospitalist services as part of inpatient hospital benefits under Part A. Daily physician charges are included in the overall hospital bill. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Tucson, AZ include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-53901, cigna, and qhp-85533.
Hospitalist services are part of your hospital stay and covered under your inpatient benefits. You may receive separate bills from the hospital, the hospitalist, and any consulting specialists. The No Surprises Act protects you from out-of-network hospitalist billing at in-network facilities. Review your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) carefully after a hospital stay and question any unexpected charges.