Dr. William L. Tontz, MD | Yuma, AZ | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. William Tontz has practiced orthopedic surgery for 48 years and is affiliated with Onvida Health. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and sees patients in Yuma, Arizona, and San Diego, California. Dr. Tontz speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

3.3

19 Ratings
48 years of experience
7 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
9 written reviews
1 specialty
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Dr. Tontz's Ratings and Reviews

3.3

19 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 35 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
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This guy is a quack. Do yourself a favor and go to another doctor

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August 29th, 2018

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And yet he can get paid for telling The Hartford Ins Co that I am not disabled after 6 spinal surgeries. Why is he not brought up on charges of "impersonating a neurosurgeon"? He did not even know that a spinal stimulator is for pain control...and is effective over 1/2 the time but not all. He only knows opiods for pain!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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May 8th, 2018

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He actually wrote in a "rent-a-doc" evaluation for The Hartford Ins Co, that since I had not gotten increased frequency or potency for Vicodin, that my back must be better and no pain". He totally ignored a $125,000 spinal stimulator implanted to help with pain management. I guess when you "rent" something, you get what you pay for , Hart(less)ford! Do yourself and love ones a favor-find another doctor that cares for patients-not the almighty dollar!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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April 6th, 2018

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Do yourself a favor. Find a reputable doctor as this guy should be called a money hungry meat cutter

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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February 26th, 2018

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Sold out to The Hartford to deny me Long Term Disability benefits. Would not take a snake to him although he would know how to treat it.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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January 25th, 2018

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Dr. Tontz is gentle, kind and knows his stuff. Thank you !

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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Needs Improvement

April 14th, 2015

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Dr. Tontz did emergency after I had suffered several fractures in a fall. I like him as a person,and respect his skills, and appreciate his availability. Hospital nurses that I had volunteered their high regard for him--how often does one hear that about doctors from nursing staff? I am glad he is my ortho surgeon! He is also a person of faith--a plus from my standpoint.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 29th, 2014

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I frist met dr. tontz in 1988 when I messed up my knee. He showed great interest to me and listened to my story of what happen to my knee.He told me what he though he could do for me.He did a total knee replacement.Good job. He also did a swanson implant on my right hand longfinger in 1991 and it still works great today. Thanks doc. I think of him as a friend.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 3rd, 2012

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dr tontz is a remarkable person and surgeon...he is kind, as well as, gifted and make a terrible situation a memory...a man of grace and faith...i wish i had known him years ago when i damaged my back...

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 14th, 2011

Yuma Regional Medical Center

2400 S Avenue AYuma, AZ 85364

Tel: (928) 344-2000

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

4077 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

Tel: (619) 294-8111


Dr. William Logan Tontz SR., MD	Dr. Emeka Okey Ofobike JR., MD	Dr. Louis Vu	Dr. Alan Richard Horowitch
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
		Accepts New Patients
3.3 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (14 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)
48 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Yuma , AZ	Yuma , AZ	Glendale , AZ	Yuma , AZ
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Tontz's NPI number is 1154398733.

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Where is Dr. William Tontz's office located?: Dr. William Tontz's office is located at 2400 S Avenue A, Yuma, AZ, 85364.
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What languages does Dr. William Tontz speak?: Dr. William Tontz speaks English and Spanish.
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